American-Style Malt Liquor
North American Origin Lager · Brewers Association 2025
2 SRM6 SRM
- OG
- 1.050 – 1.060
- FG
- 1.004 – 1.010
- ABV
- 6.3 – 7.6 %
- IBU
- 12 – 23
- Color
North American Origin Lager · Brewers Association 2025
Beers of this style are varied in character. Some malt liquors are only slightly stronger than American lagers, while others approach bock strength.
Straw to gold
Appearance should be clear. Chill haze should not be present
Some malt sweetness is present
Not present
Very low
Fruity esters and complex alcohol aromas and flavors are acceptable at low levels. Alcohol should not be solvent-like. DMS, diacetyl, and acetaldehyde should not be present.
Low to medium-low
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Style guideline data is the work of its respective publishers, reproduced here for reference: BJCP · Brewers Association · Norbrygg · SHBF · Danske Øldommere.