Beer knowledge Flashcards
What are the main ingredients in beer?
Water, malt, hops, and yeast.
What is considered the beer trifecta of glory?
Malt, hops, and yeast.
What additional ingredients can be added to beer to give it a unique taste?
Apricot, lavender, or even cinnamon.
What is the role of grains in beer making?
Grains create a sugary liquid suitable for fermentation called malt.
How are hops used in beer?
Hops provide flavor and aroma and are boiled like tea leaves in the beer.
What does yeast do in beer production?
Yeast converts the sugary liquid into alcohol and provides various flavor compounds.
What percentage of beer is made up of water?
90-95%.
What is an IPA (India Pale Ale)?
A beer brewed with a focus on hops, typically high in alcohol content.
What characterizes a Hazy beer?
It has a cloudy appearance and a smooth, creamy mouthfeel.
Describe Lager.
A light-colored beer brewed at low temperatures, bottom fermenting, crisp, refreshing, and clean.
What defines Wheat beer?
Brewed with wheat malt, hazy appearance, and notes of citrus and bread.
What is a Pilsner?
A type of pale lager with clean malt notes.
Describe Ale.
A beer style known for its fruity and flavorful characteristics
What is a Sour beer?
A tart and acidic style known for its fruity flavors.
What are Porters known for?
Their dark color and roasted malt notes.