Cicerone Certified Beer Server Practice Test

A beer that is intentionally brewed with high alcohol content is termed as a strong ale. Strong ales are characterized by their higher alcohol by volume (ABV), usually exceeding 7% ABV, and often display a rich, malty flavor profile with a complex range of aromas and tastes. These beers can vary in style and may include variations such as barleywines or other robust ales designed to highlight their additional strength.

In contrast, pale ales typically have moderate alcohol levels and focus on hop flavors, while imperial stouts are a distinct category that highlights dark malts and can also have higher alcohol levels, but they specify a certain style that includes intense flavor profiles. Session beers are intentionally brewed to be lower in alcohol content, enabling drinkers to enjoy them over a longer period. Thus, the term strong ale specifically reflects the intention behind brewing with higher alcohol content, making it the correct identification in this context.