Irish Red Ale
Beschreibung
An easy-drinking pint, often with subtle flavors. Slightly malty in the balance sometimes with an initial soft toffee/caramel sweetness, and a slightly dry finish.
Aroma
Low to moderate malt aroma with caramel, toffee, and light toasty notes. Very low hop aroma. Low to moderate fruity esters. Clean and approachable with a characteristic subtle caramel sweetness.
Aussehen
Amber to copper, 9-14 SRM. Clear. Off-white to ivory head with moderate retention.
Geschmack
Low to moderate caramel malt sweetness with toffee notes. Low hop bitterness. Low fruity esters. Slightly dry finish. Balanced and easy-drinking with a characteristic Irish character.
Mundgefühl
Medium-light to medium body with moderate carbonation. Smooth and easy-drinking. No harshness.
Geschichte
A distinctly Irish beer tradition, differentiated from English ales by its characteristic caramel malt character and relatively low hop presence. Smithwick's (brewed in Kilkenny since 1710) is the oldest surviving example. The style became popular worldwide through the Irish pub culture that expanded globally in the late 20th century.
Handelsbeispiele
Häufig gestellte Fragen
- What is Irish Red Ale beer?
- Irish Red Ale (BJCP 15A) — an easy-drinking Irish ale with subtle toffee sweetness. Style guide and specs.
- What is the ABV of Irish Red Ale?
- Irish Red Ale has an alcohol by volume (ABV) of 3.8-5.0%.
- How bitter is Irish Red Ale beer?
- Irish Red Ale measures 18-28 IBU (International Bitterness Units).
- What are some examples of Irish Red Ale beers?
- Smithwick's, Murphy's Irish Red, Kilkenny Irish Cream Ale, Dundalk Brewing O'Hara's Irish Red
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