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Beer Color Converter
Easily convert between SRM, EBC, and °Lovibond. EBC and SRM are typically used to measure wort color while °Lovibond is most often used to measure the color of malt.
American standard for beer color
Used for measuring malt color
European standard for beer color
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Approximate beer color
Conversion Formulas
SRM → Lovibond
L = (SRM + 0.76) / 1.3546SRM → EBC
EBC = SRM × 1.97EBC → SRM
SRM = EBC × 0.508Common Beer Color Ranges
Pilsner
2-4 SRM
IPA
6-14 SRM
Amber
15-22 SRM
Stout
30-40+ SRM
About Beer Color Measurement
Beer color is measured using different standards around the world. The three main systems are:
- SRM (Standard Reference Method) - Used primarily in North America, measures the attenuation of light at 430nm wavelength through 1cm of beer
- EBC (European Brewery Convention) - European standard, approximately twice the SRM value
- °Lovibond - Originally used for measuring malt color, still commonly referenced in grain specifications
While these measurements provide objective color values, the actual appearance of beer can vary based on clarity, carbonation, lighting, and glass shape.