BeerSmith does not have an "American Strong Ale" category. Is it called something else in that software?
Arrogant Bastard needs a home
Arrogant Bastard needs a home
I'm pretty sure it's a style recognized by the Brewer's Association - but yeah, not BJCP. You could look at the BA's guidelines for formulating your recipe, though.
American-Style Strong Pale AleAmerican strong pale ales range from deep golden to copper in color. The style is characterized by floral and citrus like
American-variety hops used to produce high hop bitterness, flavor, and aroma. Note that “floral and citrus like American-variety
hop character” is the perceived end, but may be a result of the skillful use of hops of other national origins. American strong pale
ales have medium body and low to medium maltiness. Low caramel character is allowable. Fruity-ester flavor and aroma should be
moderate to strong. Diacetyl should be absent or present at very low levels. Chill haze is allowable at cold temperatures.Original Gravity (ºPlato):1.050-1.060 (12.5-15 ºPlato)Apparent Extract/Final Gravity (ºPlato):1.008-1.016 (2-4 ºPlato)Alcohol by Weight (Volume):4.4-5% (5.5-6.3%)Bitterness (IBU):40-50
Color SRM (EBC): 6-14 (12-28 EBC)
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