American adaptation of English Brown ale made with higher gravities and hop rate. Drier and more bitter than its English counterparts.
Profile
Medium body and moderate maltiness, slightly dry. Moderate to high bitterness and hop aroma from American hops. Amber to dark brown in color. Higher carbonation than English counterpart.
Ingredients
Aell modified American pale or amber malt. Crystal, Chocolate and Dextrine malts. American hops add bitterness to the flavor. English or American ale yeast. Moderately hard water.
Examples
Pete's Wicked Ale, Brooklyn Brown, Great Lakes Cleveland Brown Ale, Bell's Best Brown, North Coast Acme Brown, Big Sky Moose Drool Brown Ale