“Alt” is the German word for “old” or “original” and the alt style is certainly older than German lager styles. Today, alt – an ale – is a specialty of Westphalia, in Northern Germany. Taste: Pale, golden color with excellent, herbaceous aroma, delicate fruit-acid palate, and long dry finish. Accolades: “World classic.” – Michael Jackson ABV: 5.1% – OG: 1.049 – IBU: 20