Other Strong Beer

-Beers of any style intentionally brewed with higher alcohol content than defined within that style’s guidelines are categorized as Other Strong Beer.

-These beers should achieve a balance between the style's characteristics and the additional alcohol.

-Color, Clarity, Aroma, Hop Aroma/Bitterness and Body according to Style

-ABV – generally 8% +

-Beara Brewing Co. – we brew a strong ale called Mighty (8% ABV) and add some local NH Maple Syrup to balance out alcohol – we also barrel aged it in Jim Beam barrels – Bourbon Oaked Mighty - came out delicious


-Subcategory: American-Style Imperial Porter

-Color: Black

-Clarity: Opaque

-Malt Aroma & Flavor – No roast barley or strong burnt/black malt character should be perceived. Medium malt, caramel and cocoa sweetness should be present.

-Hop Aroma and Flavor and Bitterness - (IBU) 35-50 - Low to medium-high

-Body: Full

-ABV: 7.0%-12.0%




-Subcategory: American-Style Wheat Wine Ale

-This style is brewed with at least 50% wheat malt.

-Color: Gold to black

-Clarity: Chill haze is acceptable at low temperatures

-Malt Aroma – Bread, wheat, honey and/or caramel malt aromas and flavors are often
present.

-Hop Aroma and Flavor and Bitterness - (IBU) 45-85– Medium to medium-high

-Body: Full

-ABV: 8.5%-12.2%

-Glassware for Other Strong Beer: Belgian style glass, Snifter or Goblet/Chalice


Examples courtesy of BeerAdvocate (https://www.beeradvocate.com)


-American-Style Imperial Porter Examples

-American-Style Wheat Wine Ale

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