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Mixed-Style Beer

Style Stats

Original Gravity

1.076 — 1.120

Final Gravity

1.016 — 1.020

ABV

7.0% — 11.0%

IBU

7 — 15

Color

4 °L —
22 °L

Impression

Based on the declared base styles. As with all Specialty-Type Beers, the resulting combination of beer styles needs to be harmonious and balanced, and be pleasant to drink.

Appearance

Based on the declared base styles.

Flavor

Based on the declared base styles.

Aroma

Based on the declared base styles.

Mouthfeel

Based on the declared base styles.

Comments

Intended for Specialty-Type combinations of styles not described elsewhere as Specialty-Type Beers, or as hybrid or fusion beers between other existing styles.

History

A traditional production method that is rarely used by major breweries, and usually only with specialty products. Quite popular with modern American craft breweries looking for new, distinctive products. Oak cask and barrels are traditional, although other woods can be used.

Ingredients

Varies with base style. Aged in wooden casks or barrels previously used to store alcohol (e.g., whiskey, bourbon, port, sherry, Madeira, wine, etc). Fuller-bodied, higher-gravity base styles often are used since they can best stand up to the additional flavors, although experimentation is encouraged.

Comparison

Like a fruit, herb, spice, or wood beer, but sour and/or funky.