Are you new to the world of quality beer?
If so, you're in for a treat. After all, there's a good reason why beer is one of the most popular alcoholic beverages in the world.
Yeasty Brews is a place where you can discover your new favorite beer flavors and enjoy a glass of tasty suds with your best buds. In this guide, we'll take a look at some of the most popular styles of beer and what sets them apart from one another. Keep reading to learn more.
Pilsner
Pilsner is a light-colored lager that is known for its crisp, clean taste. It was first brewed in the Czech Republic and is now popular all over the world. Pilsners are usually highly carbonated and have a moderate to low level of alcohol content. Other subcategories of Pilsner include German Pilsner and Bohemian Pilsner.
Pale Ale
Pale ale is a popular style of beer that is known for its hoppy flavor and aroma. Is usually light to medium in color and has a moderate to high level of alcohol content. Pale ales can be further divided into subcategories such as American Pale Ale, English Pale Ale, and Belgian Pale Ale.
India Pale Ale (IPA)
IPA is a type of pale ale that is known for its high hop content and bitterness. This type of brewery beer was first brewed in the UK and was intended to survive the long journey to India, which is where it got its name. Today, IPAs are popular all over the world and come in a variety of subcategories such as West Coast IPA, New England IPA, and Black IPA.
Belgian Ale
Belgian ales are known for their complex flavors and aromas, which are often fruity or spicy. They are brewed using unique yeast strains and are usually bottle conditioned, which means that they undergo a secondary fermentation in the bottle. Belgian ales can be further divided into subcategories such as Dubbel, Tripel, and Quadrupel.
Sour Ale
Sour ales are a type of beer that are intentionally brewed to have a tart, acidic flavor. They are made using wild yeasts or bacteria and can take on a variety of flavors, ranging from fruity to funky. Sour ales can be further divided into subcategories such as Lambic, Gose, and Berliner Weisse.
Stout
Stout is a dark beer that is made with roasted malt or barley. It has a thick, creamy texture and is often described as having a rich, chocolatey or coffee-like flavor. The most famous type of stout is Guinness, which is brewed in Ireland. Other subcategories of stout include dry stout, oatmeal stout, and imperial stout.
Porter
Porter is a dark beer that is similar to stout but is often lighter and sweeter. It is made with roasted malt and has a chocolatey, caramel flavor. Porters were first brewed in England in the 18th century and are now popular all over the world.
Wheat Beer
Wheat beer is a type of beer that is made with a high proportion of wheat in addition to malted barley. It has a hazy, golden appearance and is known for its light and refreshing taste. Wheat beers can be further divided into subcategories such as Belgian Witbier, German Hefeweizen, and American Wheat Beer.
A Guide to the Different Styles of Beer
Whether you prefer a hoppy IPA, a creamy stout, or a refreshing pilsner, there's a beverage out there to satisfy your taste buds. That's because there are many different beer options to choose from, each with its own unique flavor, aroma, and appearance.
Please visit our website today to learn more about Yeasty Brews and our selection of ridiculously fresh and delicious beers.
