Alternative Grain Beer

Overall Impression: A base beer enhanced by or featuring the character of additional grains.

Entry Instructions: Specify which alternative grain was used and describe the beer by identifying either a base style or providing ingredient, specification and target-character details.

Style Comparison: Excludes styles where alternative grains are fundamental, such as Rye IPA or Oatmeal Stout. The alternative grain must contribute noticeably to the profile.

Vital Statistics: OG, FG, IBUs, SRM and ABV are not defined independently for this category – they vary with the declared base style. BJCP 2021.

Source: BJCP 2021 Style Guidelines, bjcp.org, retrieved 2026-09-13. Vital statistics are as published; descriptive text is condensed from the published guideline.