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
	Industrial Arts Autumn Landscape '20 NY, United States	0	0.000
	J.T. Whitneys Jamies Steam Beer WI, United States	0	0.000
	Jämtlands Steamer Sweden	0	0.000
	John Harvards Steamin Demon MA, United States	1	3.225
	Jukebox California Common Canada	1	2.950
	Kame and Kettle Blue Berry Steam Canada	0	0.000
	Kame and Kettle Schteam Canada	0	0.000
	Kame and Kettle Steam Beer Canada	0	0.000
	Karl Strauss San Diego Brewers Guild Uncommon CA, United States	1	3.225
	Kichesippi Dartmouth Common Canada	2	3.080
	Kichesippi Lady Colborne Canada	1	3.125
	Kinn Dampen Norway	1	3.150
	Knops California Common United Kingdom	0	0.000
	Kodiak Island Liquid Sunshine AK, United States	0	0.000
	Kona Steamvent Beer HI, United States	1	3.200
	Lacada Screw Steamer Ireland	0	0.000
	Lafayette Tippecanoe Common Ale IN, United States	1	3.225
	Laitilan Kesä Finland	1	3.075
	Lake Louie Mosquito Beach WI, United States	5	3.475
	Lake Of The Woods Deadhead Canada	0	0.000