Summary: Ordinary or Special Bitter<br><br>A.Subcategory: Ordinary Bitter<br><br>-Color – Gold to copper-colored<br><br>-Clarity: Chill haze is acceptable at low temperatures<br><br>-Perceived Malt Aroma & Flavor: Low to medium residual malt sweetness should be present<br><br>-Perceived Hop Aroma & Flavor: Very low to medium low<br><br>-Perceived Bitterness: Medium<br><br>-Body: Low to medium<br><br>-ABV: 3.0%-4.2%<br><br><br>B.Subcategory: Special Bitter or Best Bitter<br><br>-Color – Deep gold to deep copper<br><br>-Clarity: Chill haze is acceptable at low temperatures<br><br>-Perceived Malt Aroma & Flavor: Medium residual malt sweetness should be present<br><br>-Perceived Hop Aroma & Flavor: Very low to medium at the brewer's discretion<br><br>-Perceived Bitterness: Medium and not harsh<br><br>-Body: Medium<br><br>-ABV: 4.2%-4.8%<br><br>-Glassware: Pint Glass<br><br><br><br><br>Examples from GABF Winners List 2019<br><br>Gold Medal: Chronic Amber Ale - Pizza Port - Bressi Ranch – Carlsbad, CA<br><br>ABV – 4.9%<br><br>Notes: Historically brewed with hemp seeds, Chronic Ale has been a staple at Pizza Port for over a decade! This mellow amber ale is the most popular beer in all of our pub locations as it agrees with everyone’s palate and goes great with pizza. It was a dream come true to finally put it in a can and give people the chance to carry it with them wherever they go!<br><br><br>Silver Medal: Cousin Jack - Dostal Alley Brewpub & Casino – Central City, CO<br><br>ABV – 4.2%<br><br>Notes: A local favorite for over ten years. Our Pub Ale is a English style best bitter. A session ale with plenty of flavor. Always a big hit with home brewers<br><br>Craft Beer Storm Website: <a href="http://www.craftbeerstorm.com" rel="noopener">www.craftbeerstorm.com</a><br><br> <br>If your Company, Hotel or Restaurant wants to book a CraftBeer Weekend or Craft Beer Evening for your guests or employees send an email to <a href="mailto:Michael@craftbeerstorm.com">Michael@craftbeerstorm.com</a> <br><br>Linked In: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/craft-beer-storm-podcast-30776075/" rel="noopener">https://www.linkedin.com/in/craft-beer-storm-podcast-30776075/</a><br><br><br>Subscribe to Craft Beer Storm Podcast iTunes: <br><a href="https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/craft-beer-storm/id1438117278?mt=2" rel="noopener">https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/craft-beer-storm/id1438117278?mt=2</a><br><br><br>Support ACS In NYC Marathon<br>I ran the NYC Marathon through the American Cancer Society and I am aiming to raise $32,000 ($3,200 Minimum X 10X) - please follow link below to donate what you can - $25, $50, $30K! - Onward... - Here is link –<br><a href="http://main.acsevents.org/site/TR?fr_id=94035&pg=personal&px=49477898&fbclid=IwAR2mBEvhF1wMA_BbHPhkavichNSFrE9Y9gi2RVZzfQ_4Da5Sht7gvH9rY_k" rel="noopener">http://main.acsevents.org/site/TR?fr_id=94035&pg=personal&px=49477898&fbclid=IwAR2mBEvhF1wMA_BbHPhkavichNSFrE9Y9gi2RVZzfQ_4Da5Sht7gvH9rY_k</a><br><br>*** A Top 20 Podcast in Food on iTunes ***<br><br>Michael Potorti is the Host of Craft Beer Storm and Founder/Brewer at Beara Brewing Co. in Portsmouth, NH<br><br>*** Interested in starting your own brewery? Our Portsmouth, NH TURNKEY facility is for sale! Follow link for more info:<br><br><a href="https://www.neren.com/Listing/2800-Lafayette-Rd-12A/5cdda2dabf34cb9150a7faeb" rel="noopener">https://www.neren.com/Listing/2800-Lafayette-Rd-12A/5cdda2dabf34cb9150a7faeb</a><br><br><br>Michael Potorti<br>Founder/Brewer<br>Host of "Craft Beer Storm" Podcast<br><a href="mailto:michael@craftbeerstorm.com">michael@craftbeerstorm.com</a><br><a href="mailto:michael@bearairishbrew.com">michael@bearairishbrew.com</a><br><br>*** Come visit our brewery for some delicious local craft brew! ***<br><br>Beara Brewing Co.<br>2800 Lafayette...
