California Common / Steam

An entirely American creation, the California Common (or "Steam Beer," which is trademarked by Anchor Brewing) originated in California in the 19th century when and where ice was not readily available. This style is therefore somewhat of a hybrid lager(-ale), which is brewed with strains of lager yeast that can effectively ferment under higher than normal (for lagers) temperatures (55-60F). At these temperatures, the lager yeasts can produce light fruity flavors that are often found in ales, while still retaining some crisp lager qualities of the beer. Additional characterstics of this style include noticeable hopping (woody and/or minty) and a basic toasted caramel malt base. The Common beers are normally clear amber to copper in color with a medium body.

	Beer | Location	Reviews	Score
	Wood Buffalo California Common Canada	0	0.000
	Wrecking Bar Grand Esteemer San Francisco Lager GA, United States	1	3.225
	Yellowhead Troublemaker Canada	0	0.000
	Yukon Kentucky Common Canada	0	0.000
	Yukon Not The Colonel's Fried Chicken Canada	0	0.000