Beer Style Guidelines

Special Bitter or Best Bitter – British Origin Ale Styles

Ale Styles / By

Special Bitter or Best Bitter Style Color: Deep gold to deep copper Clarity: Chill haze is acceptable at low temperatures Perceived Malt Aroma & Flavor: Medium residual malt sweetness should be present Perceived Hop Aroma & Flavor: Very low to medium at the brewer’s discretion Perceived Bitterness: Medium and not harsh Fermentation Characteristics: Low carbonation traditionally characterizes draft-cask versions, but in …

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Ordinary Bitter – British Origin Ale Styles

Ale Styles / By

Ordinary Bitter Style Color: Gold to copper-colored Clarity: Chill haze is allowable at cold temperatures Perceived Malt Aroma & Flavor: Low to medium residual malt sweetness should be present Perceived Hop Aroma & Flavor: Very low to medium-low Perceived Bitterness: Medium Fermentation Characteristics: Mild carbonation traditionally characterizes draft-cask versions, but in bottled versions, a slight increase in carbon dioxide content is …

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