American Black Ale / Black IPA

A beer with the dryness, hop-forward balance, and flavor characteristics of an American IPA, only darker in color – but without strongly roasted or burnt flavors.

Season(s)

Overall Flavor Profile

Winter, Spring

Roast: Dark & Dry

Overall Intensity

Color

Extreme

Dark Brown - Black

IBU Range

ABV Range

-

5.5 - 9%

Special Food Flavors

Alcohol, Balanced, Bitter, Roasted, Rye, Spicy

Common Examples

21st Amendment Back in Black (standard), Deschutes Hop in the Dark CDA (standard), Rogue Dad’s Little Helper (standard), Southern Tier Iniquity (double), Widmer Pitch Black IPA (standard).