Double Hoppy Red Ale – North American Origin Ale Styles

Double Hoppy Red Ale Style

  • Color: Deep amber to dark copper/reddish-brown
  • Clarity: Chill haze is acceptable at low temperatures
  • Perceived Malt Aroma & Flavor: Medium to medium-high caramel malt character should be present in flavor and aroma. Low to medium biscuit or toasted malt character may also be present.
  • Perceived Hop Aroma & Flavor: Hop aroma is high, derived from any variety of hops. Hop flavor is high and balanced with other beer attributes.
  • Perceived Bitterness: High to very high
  • Fermentation Characteristics: Alcohol content is medium to high. Complex alcohol flavors may be present. Fruity esters are medium. Diacetyl should not be present.
  • Body: Medium to full

Double Hoppy Red Ale Vital Statistics

  • Original Gravity (°Plato) 1.058-1.080 (14.3-19.3 °Plato)
  • Apparent Extract/Final Gravity (°Plato) 1.015-1.024 (3.9-6.1 °Plato)
  • Alcohol by Weight (Volume) 4.9%-6.3% (6.1%-7.9%)
  • Bitterness (IBU) 45-80
  • Color SRM (EBC) 10-17(20-34 EBC)

2020 Brewers Association Beer Style Guidelines used with permission of Brewers Association.

Credit: 2020 Brewers Association Beer Style Guidelines – Ale Styles – North American Origin Ale Styles – Double Hoppy Red Ale