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'''Irish Red Ale''', also known simply as '''Irish Ale''' or '''Red Ale''', is a style of sweet, malty ale brewed by many Irish breweries. The red color comes from the use of small amounts of dark or roasted [[grains]]. Despite the name, this [[beer style]] may also be brewed as a [[lager]]. | '''Irish Red Ale''', also known simply as '''Irish Ale''' or '''Red Ale''', is a style of sweet, malty ale brewed by many Irish breweries. The red color comes from the use of small amounts of dark or roasted [[grains]]. Despite the name, this [[beer style]] may also be brewed as a [[lager]]. |
Revision as of 14:37, 21 September 2007
Irish Red Ale, also known simply as Irish Ale or Red Ale, is a style of sweet, malty ale brewed by many Irish breweries. The red color comes from the use of small amounts of dark or roasted grains. Despite the name, this beer style may also be brewed as a lager.
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History of Irish Red Ale
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Types of Irish Red Ale
The main variation in Irish Red Ale is in the alcoholic strength; domestic Irish versions tend to be lower in alcohol, approximately 3.5-4% ABV, while "export" versions can be up to 6%.
However, some examples, notably Murphy's Irish Red, can also be brewed as lagers. Lager versions should not have too much of a lager character but will necessarily be somewhat different from the ale-brewed versions.
Brewing Irish Red Ale
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Competition Styles
Both the BJCP and the GABF style guidelines recognize Irish Red Ale as a distinct style.
BJCP Style Guidelines
Irish Red Ale
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GABF Style Listings
Irish Style Red Ale
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Irish-style red ales range from light red-amber-copper to light brown in color. These ales have a medium hop bitterness and flavor. They often don’t have hop aroma. Irish-style red ales have low to medium candy-like caramel sweetness and a medium body. The style may have low levels of fruity-ester flavor and aroma. Diacetyl should be absent or at very low levels. Chill haze is allowable at cold temperatures. Slight yeast haze is acceptable for bottle-conditioned products. |
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