Rice Lager
Lagers & PilsnersBJCP 1C
Ultra-crisp pale lager with rice adjunct — BJCP 2026 style addition
A highly attenuated, crisp, pale lager that uses rice as a primary adjunct (≥20% of grist). Very clean, dry, and neutral with no off-flavors — emphasis on drinkability and a delicate rice-driven crispness.
How to Brew a Rice Lager
Typical Malts
- ● Pale Ale malt
- ● Rice
Typical Hops
- ● Saaz
- ● Hallertau Mittelfrüh
- ● Tettnanger
Yeast
● Lager yeast (e.g. W-34/70, S-23)
Style Requirements
Typical Flavors
Commercial Examples
FAQ about Rice Lager
What is a Rice Lager?
A highly attenuated, crisp, pale lager that uses rice as a primary adjunct (≥20% of grist). Very clean, dry, and neutral with no off-flavors — emphasis on drinkability and a delicate rice-driven crispness.
How much alcohol does a Rice Lager have?
A Rice Lager typically has 4.3–5.5% ABV. Original gravity ranges from 1.04–1.052, final gravity from 1.004–1.01.
How bitter is a Rice Lager?
A Rice Lager has 12–22 IBU (International Bitterness Units). This is moderate bitterness.
What ingredients do you need for a Rice Lager?
Typical malts: Pale Ale malt, Rice. Typical hops: Saaz, Hallertau Mittelfrüh, Tettnanger. Yeast: Lager yeast (e.g. W-34/70, S-23).
Do you need special equipment for a Rice Lager?
Yes, a Rice Lager is a lager and requires fermentation at 8–12°C (46–54°F). You'll need a fermentation fridge or cool cellar.
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