Beer Questions Flashcards
1
Q
What are the 4 ingredients in beer?
A
- Malted Barley
- Water
- Hops
- Yeast
2
Q
Which of the four basic ingredients has the biggest effect on a beer’s color?
A
Malted Barley
3
Q
What does IBU mean?
A
International Bittering Unit
4
Q
Name the Four S Rule of Tasting
A
- See
- Swirl
- Sniff
- Sip
5
Q
What is the name of the process that converts starch to sugar in beer making?
A
Mashing
6
Q
What is a hop?
A
A flower
7
Q
Why do brewers add hops during the beer making process?
A
- Bitterness
- Aroma
- Citrus/ Floral Notes
- Preservative Qualities
8
Q
Is beer gluten-free?
A
Mostly Not
