Mixed-Style Beer
Specialty BeerBJCP 34B
Combination of two or more recognized beer styles
Based on a declared combination of styles. Should be a balanced integration of the component styles.
How to Brew a Mixed-Style Beer
Typical Malts
- ● Pale Ale or Pilsner malt
Typical Hops
- ● Style-appropriate hops
Yeast
● Ale yeast (e.g. US-05, S-04)
Typical Flavors
FAQ about Mixed-Style Beer
What is a Mixed-Style Beer?
Based on a declared combination of styles. Should be a balanced integration of the component styles.
How much alcohol does a Mixed-Style Beer have?
A Mixed-Style Beer typically has 2–14% ABV. Original gravity ranges from 1.02–1.12, final gravity from 1–1.03.
How bitter is a Mixed-Style Beer?
A Mixed-Style Beer has 0–120 IBU (International Bitterness Units). This is a fairly bitter style.
What ingredients do you need for a Mixed-Style Beer?
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 Mixed-Style Beer?
A Mixed-Style Beer can be brewed with standard equipment (pot or all-in-one system). Fermentation temperature: 18–24°C (64–75°F).
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