Cicerone Certified Beer Server Practice Exam

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Which beer style typically features a normal to elevated alcohol content of 5-7%?

Saison
Stout
Pale Ale
India Pale Ale

The correct answer is: Saison

Saison is a farmhouse ale that originated in Belgium and is known for its complex flavors and fruity, spicy yeast characteristics. The alcohol content of a saison typically falls within the range of 5-7%, making it a versatile choice for many beer lovers. This style is brewed with a variety of ingredients and can exhibit a range of fruity and earthy flavors, often enhanced by a dry finish. While stouts, pale ales, and India pale ales can also have varying alcohol content, they do not consistently fall within the 5-7% range as typically as saisons do. Stouts can have a wide range of alcohol levels, with many imperial stouts exceeding 8% or even higher, while pale ales and IPAs, especially double or imperial versions, often exceed 7%. This distinction makes saison particularly noteworthy for its moderate alcohol level paired with complex flavors.