Chocolate beers use “dark” chocolate or cocoa in any of its forms other than or in addition to hops to create a distinct (ranging from subtle to intense) character. Under hopping allows chocolate to contribute to the flavor profile while not becoming excessively bitter. White Chocolate should not be entered into this category. If this beer is a classic style with chocolate or cocoa, the brewer should specify the classic style.
Recommended Glassware: Goblet or Mug or Cervoise Glass
Original Gravity (ºPlato): 1.030-1.110 (7.5-26 ºPlato)
Apparent Extract/Final Gravity (ºPlato): 1.006-1.030 (1.5-7.5 ºPlato)
Alcohol by Weight (Volume): 2-9.5% (2.5-12%)
Bitterness (IBU): 15-40
Color SRM (EBC): 15-50 (10-100 EBC)
Sub-style guidelines used with permission of the Brewers Association, www.beertown.org.