German-Style Leichtbier – European Origin Lager Styles

German-Style Leichtbier Style

  • Color: Straw to pale
  • Clarity: Appearance should be clear. Chill haze should not be present
  • Perceived Malt Aroma & Flavor: Low to medium
  • Perceived Hop Aroma & Flavor: Low to medium
  • Perceived Bitterness: Medium
  • Fermentation Characteristics: Fruity esters and diacetyl should not be present. Very low levels of sulfur-related compounds are acceptable.
  • Body: Very low

German-Style Leichtbier Vital Statistics

  • Original Gravity (°Plato) 1.026-1.034 (6.6-8.5 °Plato)
  • Apparent Extract/Final Gravity (°Plato) 1.006-1.010 (1.5-2.6 °Plato)
  • Alcohol by Weight (Volume) 2.0%-2.9% (2.5%-3.7%)
  • Bitterness (IBU) 16-24
  • Color SRM (EBC) 2-4(4-8 EBC)

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

Credit: 2020 Brewers Association Beer Style Guidelines – Lager Styles – European Origin Lager Styles – German-Style Leichtbier