To determine the right Beer Judge Certification Program (BJCP) style for your beer, it is important to consider the characteristics and attributes of your specific beer. BJCP provides a comprehensive style guide that classifies beer into different styles, each with its own characteristics, ingredients and brewing techniques.
Analyze your beer:
Carefully evaluate the flavor, aroma, appearance, mouthfeel and overall impression of your beer. Take note of key characteristics such as malt character, hop character, yeast esters, alcohol content and any unique flavors or aromas.
Compare with BJCP guidelines:
Consult the BJCP Style Guidelines (latest edition) and read descriptions of different beer styles. Compare the properties of your beer with those described in the instructions to determine the best match.
Let's look at the main features:
Focus on the beer's key characteristics, such as color, alcohol content, hop bitterness, malt sweetness, and any special flavors or ingredients. Combine these characteristics with appropriate style descriptions.
Narrow down your options:
Based on your analysis and comparison to the guidelines, narrow down the potential styles that best suit your beer's characteristics.