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OH SCRATCH AMBER LAGER
ABV (Alcohol by Volume): 5.5%
IBUs (International Bitterness Units): 19.5
Specialty Malts: 120L Crystal malt, Malted White Wheat, Munich Malt
Hops: German Perle, Hallertau
Process: Fermented at medium temperatures to develop both ale & lager characteristics
Beer Style: American Style Amber Lager
Appearance: Copper color with a creamy head.
Aroma: Decidedly malty with a light caramel / molasses undertones and hints of raisins.
Taste: Rich Malty sweetness offset with German hops.
Mouthfeel/Drinkability: Medium body with a soft and smooth mouthfeel.
Interesting Facts
A catch-all category, amber lagers boasts more malt backbone and overall character than
the typical macro lager. Bitterness is generally low.
Nicknamed 'Gold Scratch' for back-to-back Gold medals at the Great American Beer
Festival in 2004 and 2005.