X2
IPA Argenta
Regional stylesABV5.0–6.5%
IBU35–60
SRM6–15
3–5 SRMParameter ranges
Alcohol · ABV
4.3–5.5%Bitterness · IBU
15–22Color · SRM
3–5Original gravity · OG
1.042–1.054Final gravity · FG
1.009–1.013Ranges describe a style, not an individual beer. Color is an approximation. Light and glassware change its appearance.
Aroma
Light to moderate sweet malty aroma. Low to moderate fruity aroma is acceptable. May have a low to medium hop aroma. No diacetyl.
Appearance
Light yellow to deep gold color. Clear to brilliant. Low to medium head with good retention.
Flavor
Initial soft malty sweetness. Caramel flavors typically are absent. Mild to moderate hop flavor (usually Cascade), but should not be aggressive. Low to moderate hop bitterness, the balance is normally towards the malt. Half-dry to something sweet finish. No diacetyl.
Mouthfeel
Medium-light to medium body. Medium to high carbonation. Smooth without harsh bitterness or astringency.
History
At the beginning Argentine homebrewers were very limited: there weren´t extract, they could use only pils malt, Cascade hops and dry yeast, commonly Nottingham, Windsor or Safale. With these ingredients, Argentine brewers developed a specific version of Blond Ale, named Dorada Pampeana.
Characteristic ingredients
Usually only pale or pils malt, although may include low rates of caramelized malt. Commonly Cascade hops. Clean American yeast, slightly fruity British or Kölsch, usually packaged in cold.
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Notes
It is difficult to achieve the balance.