Belgian-Style Strong Dark Ale

Perception

Color:

Amber to very dark

Clarity:

Chill haze is acceptable at low temperatures

Perceived Malt Aroma & Flavor:

Medium to high malt aroma and complex fruity aromas are distinctive. Medium to high malt intensity can be rich, creamy, and sweet. Fruity complexity along with soft roasted malt ﬂavor adds distinct character.

Perceived Hop Aroma & Flavor:

Low to medium

Perceived Bitterness:

Low to medium

Fermentation Characteristics:

Yeast-derived phenolic spicy ﬂavors and aromas are present at low to medium-low levels. Diacetyl is usually absent in these beers but may be present at very low levels.

Body:

Medium to full

Analytical

Original Gravity (°Plato):

1.064-1.096 (15.7-22.9 °Plato)

Apparent Extract/Final Gravity (°Plato):

1.012-1.024 (3.1-6.1 °Plato)

Alcohol by Weight (Volume):

5.60%-8.80% (7.10%-11.20%)

Bitterness (IBU):

20-50

Color SRM (EBC):

8-35(16-70 EBC)

2023 Brewers Association Beer Style Guidelines used with permission of Brewers Association.

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These beers are often (though not always) brewed with dark Belgian candy sugar. Herbs and spices are sometimes used to delicately ﬂavor these strong ales. These beers are typically well attenuated with a deceptive alcoholic strength.

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