What is the difference between light and dark beer?

The colour of beer comes from the malt used in the brewing process. Light beer is brewed with pale malt and typically has a milder, cleaner flavour. Dark beer is made with roasted or heavily toasted malt, giving it a darker colour and flavours of caramel, coffee or chocolate.

What is the difference between ale and lager?

The main difference between these types of beer lies in the yeast and fermentation temperature. Ale is brewed with top-fermenting yeast at higher temperatures, resulting in fruitier, more complex flavours. Lager is brewed with bottom-fermenting yeast at lower temperatures, giving it a cleaner and more balanced flavour.

How should beer be stored?

Beer should be stored in a cool, dark place. Light can break down aroma compounds from the hops and cause off-flavours, and most types of beer are best enjoyed fresh. Some strong, malt-forward beers can be aged and develop more complex flavours over time.

Beer

Beer is a brewed grain-based beverage that is either bottom-fermented or top-fermented. Beer is produced all over the world, but many of the major brewing traditions originate from Europe’s hop-growing regions. Beer pairs well with all kinds of food – it’s simply a matter of finding the right beer for the dish.