How to taste beer?

How to taste beer?

Beer can be regarded as the highest prevalence of alcoholic beverages, drink freely, of course, no problem, but if you want to better enjoy the taste experience of different kinds of beer, looking for more suitable for their own varieties, then a little attention is still necessary.
There are a variety of classification methods for beer, according to different processes, different yeast, color differences, sterilization, original wort concentration... There are different categories. But the most common are divided into two main groups by yeast: beers with top yeast are called Ale, and beers with bottom yeast are called Lager, and you can see both types of terms on some beers.

Among them, top fermentation (Ale) is in fermentation, the selected yeast mainly live on the surface of the wine, this way fermentation temperature is relatively high, about 15-24°C; At this temperature, fermentation can bring aromas, and the beer is likely to have a fruity flavor, mixed with apple, pear, pineapple, banana or plum aromas. In Lager beer, the yeast ferments at the bottom of the liquor, which requires a lower fermentation temperature and a lower alcohol content. Lager is probably the most widely consumed beer in the world, and the major beers commonly found on the market are lagers. Many people may drink when they pick up a cup and start drinking, but in fact, not only the classification of beer is complicated, but even the choice of cups is a little doorway.

The most common large beer glass is actually divided into two types: one is the Pearson glass, which is widely used in all kinds of light style beer, the standard Pearson cup cup shape is slender cone, small volume, from 200ml to 400ml. Easily confused with the Pearson cup is the wheat beer cup, originated in Germany, often used in wheat brewed beer, the standard volume of 500ml, is also the bottom narrow to the diameter of the larger and larger. The wheat beer cup has a slender waist and a beautiful curve, but because of its similar appearance, it is often confused with the Pearson cup, which has no curve. We often say that the draft beer with the draft beer cup (mugs), in fact, is a kind of Pinter cup with a handle (pint), this cup volume is larger, the standard is usually about an inch Pinter (568ml), often used for stout and British beer this rich taste of beer.

The appearance of beer glasses is diverse, and the origin of beer, raw material types, production methods, local drinking customs are related, here will not discuss in detail. Let's talk about the proper way to drink beer.
 

1. Beer should always be kept in the refrigerator, the optimal temperature is 7-17°C, as with wine, the more rich and complex beer is suitable for higher temperatures. Cold temperatures can make the beer more refreshing, but also reduce the perception of beer flavor, so in the case of dark beers or Irish beers, let the wine sit for a while to release the locked flavor. Bottles should be kept upright when stored and should not be tilted when moved. In the beer kingdom of Germany, if the waiter brings unrefrigerated beer, guests may flip the table on the spot.
 

2. The right cup Beer cups also need to pay attention to, and not only the shape, the temperature is also very important. A thick-walled cup or a long Pearson cup is ideal. Plastic cups can also be used in an emergency, but they must be brand new, because if they have been used, plastic cups can pick up the odor of previous inclusions. In addition, because of the temperature at the time of drinking, it is best to put the glass with the beer in the odorless refrigerator, but never put it in the freezer, because it may freeze when pouring the wine. In addition, as opposed to cleaning wine glasses, it is best to rinse beer glasses with cold water only, and do not wipe the inside of the glass with a towel. In addition, there is a common misconception that, while it may seem cool, draft beer cups are not a good option for drinking regular beer at home. In most cases, the beer in the glass is overheated before you can drink the whole bunch.
 

3. Pour the wine properly
In contrast to the foam of champagne, the foam layer of beer is very important, both to increase the flavor and taste of the beer, and more importantly, to form a good layer of insulation to keep the temperature of the wine from rising quickly. So to pour the wine high enough from the glass to maximize the foam, the water flow should remain stable.

4. Learn to smell beer Good beer should have a charming aroma. If you're spending a lot of money on beer at a beer bar, remember that good beer shouldn't just taste good, it should smell good.

5. Drink and enjoy When you're done, go back to step 1 and enjoy another drink.