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Which of the following flavors would you not expect from a light amber beer?

  1. Graham cracker

  2. Coffee

  3. Biscuit

  4. Cereal grains

The correct answer is: Coffee

In light amber beers, you would typically expect flavors that are malt-forward but still balanced and approachable. Graham cracker, biscuit, and cereal grains reflect the light malt characteristics commonly found in these beers. They contribute to a toasty, lightly sweet profile that aligns with the style’s expectations. Coffee, on the other hand, is a flavor more associated with darker beers. It typically comes from darker roasted malts, which are not prevalent in light amber beers. This is why the inclusion of coffee would be unexpected in this context.