German-Style Eisbock

German Origin Lager · Brewers Association 2025

15 SRM50 SRM

OG: 1.074 – 1.116
FG: – – –
ABV: 8.6 – 14.3 %
IBU: 26 – 33
Color

15 – 50 SRM

CO₂

–

Notes

This is a stronger version of Doppelbock. Traditionally, these beers were created by freezing a Doppelbock and removing the ice, thus concentrating the alcohol.

Color

Light brown to black

Clarity

Appearance should be clear. Chill haze should not be present

Malt aroma & flavor

Sweet malt character is very high. Dark fruit flavors such as prune and raisin may be present

Hop aroma & flavor

Hop aroma and ﬂavor is absent

Bitterness

Very low to low

Fermentation character

Alcohol may be present in aroma. Fruity esters may be evident, but not overpowering. Diacetyl should not be present. Alcoholic strength is very high.

Body

Very full

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