International-Style Pilsener – Other Origin Lager Styles

International-Style Pilsener Style

  • Color: Straw to pale
  • Clarity: Appearance should be clear. Chill haze should not be present
  • Perceived Malt Aroma & Flavor: Residual malt aroma and flavor may be present at low levels
  • Perceived Hop Aroma & Flavor: Low
  • Perceived Bitterness: Low to medium
  • Fermentation Characteristics: Very low levels of DMS aroma and flavor are acceptable. Fruity esters and diacetyl should not be present.
  • Body: Low to medium
  • Additional notes: These beers are often brewed with rice, corn, wheat, or other grains. Sugar adjuncts may also be used.

International-Style Pilsener Vital Statistics

  • Original Gravity (°Plato) 1.044-1.050 (11-12.4 °Plato)
  • Apparent Extract/Final Gravity (°Plato) 1.008-1.010 (2.1-2.6 °Plato)
  • Alcohol by Weight (Volume) 3.6%-4.2% (4.6%-5.3%)
  • Bitterness (IBU) 17-30
  • Color SRM (EBC) 3-4(6-8 EBC)

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

Credit: 2020 Brewers Association Beer Style Guidelines – Lager Styles – Other Origin Lager Styles – International-Style Pilsener