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Awarded Beers » 2014 »Belgian-Style Dark Strong Ale

Competition:
World Beer Awards 2014
Category:
Belgian-Style Dark Strong Ale
Location:
United Kingdom Norwich
Place Rank:
World's Best Dark Beer 2014
MALHEUR 12

The alcohol strength of Dark Strong Ale beers can often be deceiving to the senses. The intensity of malt character can be rich, creamy, and sweet with intensities ranging from medium to high. Very little or no diacetyl is perceived. Herbs and spices are sometimes used to delicately flavor these strong ales. Chill haze is allowable at cold temperatures.

Characteristics:
Original Gravity (Plato) 1.064-1.096 (16-24 Plato)
Apparent Extract/Final Gravity (Plato) 1.012-1.024 (3-6 Plato)
Alcohol by Weight (Volume) 5.6-8.8 (7.0-11.0)
Bitterness (IBU) 20-50
Color SRM (EBC) 7-35 (14-70 EBC)

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