Dortmunder Export

Dortmunder Export is a strong lager brewed in Dortmunder Germany. The beer is halfway in body between a pilsner and a Munich style lager. The flavor is sweeter than a pilsner but drier than the malty Munich style.

History

Originally brewed by Dortmunder Union in 1783, this pilsner became very popular with industrial workers making Dortmunder Union one of the largest breweries in Germany. Two beers were originally produced (a lager and the export) but the weaker version was eventually dropped. Popularity declined as Dortmunder became less industrial.

Description

Smooth, balanced, with medium hops and malt flavors. Balanced. No diacetyl or ester flavors. Moderate noble hops aroma. Light to deep gold color. Famous strong lager from Dortmunder, Germany.

Characteristics

• Color Range: 4.0-6.0 SRM
• Original Gravity Range: 1.048-1.056 SG
• Final Gravity Range: 1.010-1.015 SG
• Bitterness Range: 23.0-30.0 IBU
• Alcohol by Volume Range: 4.8-6.0 %
• Carbonation Range: 2.4-2.7 vols
• BJCP Style Number: 1 E

Ingredients

• Noble hops
• Pilsner malt and yeast
• Hard water with calcium carbonate and sulfate

Examples

• Dortmunder Kronen, DAB Export, Dortmunder Union Export, Great Lakes Dortmunder Gold, Saratoga Lager, Dominion Lager

See Also

• Styles

References

• [Wikipedia Dortmunder Export]