BELGIAN RED ALE
Robust flavor with a rich ruby color. Hops offer hints of soft spice and floral notes.

Estimated Original Gravity: 1.068 |
Estimated Final Gravity: 1.010 |
ABV. ~7% |
Fermentation Time: 3 Weeks |
Bottle Conditioning Time: 2 Weeks |
Batch Size: 5 Gallons |
Difficulty ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆ |
Beer Impressions
Beer Judging Certification Guideline
There is no direct definition of this recipe but it could fall under Belgian Dubbel
Complex, rich malty sweetness; malt may have hints of chocolate, caramel and/or toast (but never roasted or burnt aromas). Moderate fruity esters (usually including raisins and plums, sometimes also dried cherries). Esters sometimes include banana or apple. Spicy phenols and higher alcohols are common (may include light clove and spice, peppery, rose-like and/or perfumy notes). Spicy qualities can be moderate to very low. Alcohol, if present, is soft and never hot or solventy. A small number of examples may include a low noble hop aroma, but hops are usually absent. No diacetyl.
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