Ginger beer is a carbonated soft drink made with ginger and citrus oil. It was originally used for medicinal purposes and could be brewed with basic equipment. Golden ginger ale was naturally carbonated and too robust for some, leading to the creation of dry ginger ale. Recipes for golden ginger ale exist, but it takes […]
Scotch Ale is a strong, malty beer with a smoky flavor, brewed in Scotland and popular in Germany and the US. Its high alcohol content and complex flavors make it a hearty brew, but drinkers should be careful not to consume too much too quickly. Scotch Ale belongs to the Pale Ale family, known for […]
Keg beer is fresh, unfiltered and unpasteurized, with a short shelf life and delicate carbonation. Cask beer is transferred without pasteurization and continues to ferment in the barrel, producing a slight carbonation. It has a short shelf life and needs to be well cared for. Cask ale can also be found in the bottle, known […]
India Pale Ale (IPA) is a strong, hoppy beer that was developed in the 1700s by British brewers to withstand the journey to India. It has a distinct taste and aroma, and is especially popular in the United States. Some IPAs are labeled as “double” or “imperial,” indicating they are particularly strong. India Pale Ale […]
Cream Ale is an American beer that combines aspects of beer and lager brewing. It has a mild flavor and a rich, creamy texture and is typically served very cold. Cream ales come in two varieties and were developed in the late 1800s. Cream Ale is an American beer characterized by a delicate flavor, a […]
Adam’s beer is a term for water, originating from the Bible and Jewish tradition. It led to jokes against those who only drank water and inspired temperance movements. Water is related to purification, while beer comes from malted barley and is usually sweet. The Garden of Eden represents a simpler time before agriculture, and the […]
