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Euro Strong Lager

Euro Strong Lager is a somewhat rare style, though several examples are available in the United States. These imported big beers are typically higher-alcohol versions of a brewery’s standard lager, similar to American malt liquors. They contain more malt (rather than the rice or corn adjuncts used in American malt liquors) for fermentation, yet have relatively low hop levels. With colors that range from straw-gold to light copper, Euro Strong Lagers have a perceptible alcohol aroma, sweet grain and alcohol flavors, and no perceptible hop bitterness. With moderate head formation, they go down easily but do pack an alcoholic punch.

Characteristics: Crisp, clean, grainy, alcohol, light-bodied
ABV range: 7-10% IBU: 5-15
Popular Euro Strong Lager brands: Baltika #9, Carlsberg Elephant, Lion Imperial Lager
Serving Temperature: Cold, 39-45°
Cheese Pairing Ideas: Blue cheeses, sharp Cheddar
Food Pairing Ideas: Shellfish, barbecue and spicy foods, such as curried dishes

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