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Noted for its redddish color, full body, and sweetish, sometimes buttery palate.

Irish red ale, red ale, or Irish ale gains its slightly reddish colour from the use of a small amount of roasted barley. The term red ale or red beer is used by brewers in countries other than Ireland; however, the name Irish Red is typically used when roasted material is used. Smithwick's is a typical Irish red ale.

There is some dispute - significantly amongst Irish beer enthusiasts - as to whether Irish Red Ale is a genuine style, or basically just the same as English keg Bitter.

In the United States, the name can describe a darker amber ale, and some breweries may produce a "red" beer that is a lager with caramel colouring.
  		 
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