Color: Very light to pale
Clarity: Chill haze should not be present
Perceived Malt Aroma & Flavor: Very low
Perceived Hop Aroma & Flavor: Absent to very low
Perceived Bitterness: Absent to very low
Fermentation Characteristics: Low fruity-estery aromas and flavors are acceptable. Diacetyl should be absent.Corn, rice, or other grain or sugar adjuncts are often used.These beers are characterized by an extremely high degree of attenuation. Final gravity is often less than 1.000 (0ºPlato).
Body: Low with dry mouthfeel
Additional Notes:
These beers are high in carbonation. Flavor attributes typical of beer are usually very low when present. Calories should not exceed 125 per 12-ounce serving. Low carb beers should have a maximum carbohydrate level of 3.0 gm per 12 oz. (356 ml).
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Color SRM (EBC): 1.5-4 (3-8 EBC)
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ABV: 2.8%-3.5% (3.5%-4.4%) %
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IBU: 4-10
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AE - Apparent Extract: 0.992-1.008 (minus 2.1-2.1 °Plato)
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OG - Original Gravity: 1.024-1.040 (6.1-10.0 °Plato)