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Düsseldorfer Altbier

German Ales & Bocks

Difficulty: Easy

Copper ale with firm bitterness and clean malt

4.3-5.5%
ABV
25-50
IBU
22-38
EBC
2.3-2.7
CO₂ vol

How to Brew a Düsseldorfer Altbier

Typical Malts

  • Pale Ale or Pilsner malt

Typical Hops

  • Style-appropriate hops

Yeast

Ale yeast (e.g. US-05, S-04)

Style Requirements

Typical Flavors

bitter
clean
toasty
balanced
copper

FAQ about Düsseldorfer Altbier

What is a Düsseldorfer Altbier?

Copper ale with firm bitterness and clean malt

How much alcohol does a Düsseldorfer Altbier have?

A Düsseldorfer Altbier typically has 4.3–5.5% ABV. Original gravity ranges from N/A–N/A, final gravity from N/A–N/A.

How bitter is a Düsseldorfer Altbier?

A Düsseldorfer Altbier has 25–50 IBU (International Bitterness Units). This is moderate bitterness.

What ingredients do you need for a Düsseldorfer Altbier?

Typical malts: Pale Ale or Pilsner malt. Typical hops: Style-appropriate hops. Yeast: Ale yeast (e.g. US-05, S-04).

Do you need special equipment for a Düsseldorfer Altbier?

A Düsseldorfer Altbier can be brewed with standard equipment (pot or all-in-one system). Fermentation temperature: 18–24°C (64–75°F).

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