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Beer Varieties and Styles - TSV
Beer is broadly classified into two categories based on yeast fermentation method: Lagers (bottom-fermented) and Ales (top-fermented). Further variations have developed based on color, malt and hop usage, and origin, resulting in diverse styles such as Pilsner, IPA, Stout, and Porter. The Brewers Association Beer Style Guidelines categorize beers into three major categories: Ale Styles, Lager Styles, and Hybrid/Mixed Styles, each with subcategories based on geographic origin.
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code slug name description abvRange category color fermentation ibuRange
L01 pilsner Pilsner A golden lager originating from Czech Republic, characterized by its crisp bitterness. 4.5-5.5% Lager Pale gold to golden Bottom-fermentation 25-45
L02 marzen Märzen / Oktoberfest An amber lager traditionally served at Germany's Oktoberfest. 5.5-6.5% Lager Amber to copper Bottom-fermentation 20-25
L03 dunkel Dunkel A traditional dark German lager featuring caramel aromas. 4.5-5.6% Lager Dark brown to black Bottom-fermentation 18-25
L04 bock Bock A strong, rich German lager, traditionally brewed for winter. 6.3-7.2% Lager Deep amber to black Bottom-fermentation 20-30
L05 schwarzbier Schwarzbier A German black beer that is dark in appearance but light in finish. 4.4-5.4% Lager Black Bottom-fermentation 22-32
A01 ipa India Pale Ale (IPA) An ale emphasizing hop bitterness and aroma, representing craft beer. 6.0-7.5% Ale Gold to amber Top-fermentation 40-70
A02 pale-ale Pale Ale A balanced, drinkable ale with good harmony between malt and hops. 5.0-6.0% Ale Pale gold to amber Top-fermentation 30-50
A03 stout Stout A dark beer using roasted malt, featuring coffee and chocolate aromas. 4.5-6.0% Ale Black Top-fermentation 30-60
A04 porter Porter A dark ale originating in Britain, considered the predecessor of stout. 4.0-5.4% Ale Dark brown to black Top-fermentation 18-35
A05 belgian-white Belgian White / Witbier A hazy Belgian wheat beer with refreshing aromas. 4.5-5.5% Ale Hazy pale Top-fermentation 10-20
A06 wheat-beer German Wheat Beer / Hefeweizen A German wheat beer characterized by banana and clove aromas. 4.9-5.6% Ale Hazy pale to gold Top-fermentation 10-15
H01 kolsch Kölsch A hybrid beer from Cologne, top-fermented with ale yeast and conditioned like a lager. 4.8-5.3% Hybrid Pale gold Top-fermentation + Cold conditioning 20-30