Which style would you put this in for a comp?
1.060 ~6.5%, 12 srm, ~35 ibu citrusy, lager
Red X with german magum bittering, load of mandarina bavaria in whirlpool
Its numerically a Märzen, but for the orangy hop flavor. Or pale ale minus crystal and ale yeast
In my mind it seems like it could be a tasty beer with all german ingredients that just doesnt have a clear home in a bjcp gig.
I'm thinking 34C Experimental, but the overall calls for "unique" and I don't know about that
What say you?
Especially if you have experience in judging specialty beer. Would it stand a chance, or will the smoked pumpkin saisons with juniper berries push it out?