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Creating beer is known as brewing. A facility dedicated to brewing beer is referred to as a brewery. Beer production can also take place at home, often in a space known as a brewhouse. Companies engaged in beer production are commonly called breweries or brewing companies. When beer is made on a non-commercial scale for personal reasons, it is typically referred to as homebrewing, regardless of where it is produced. In history, domestic beer was often referred to as farmhouse ale. Primary Goal of Brewing Brewing’s goal is to convert the starch source into a sugary liquid called wort. Then… Read More »

Society and Culture In numerous societies, beer holds the distinction of being the most popular alcoholic beverage. Beer drinking is often accompanied by a variety of social traditions and activities, such as engaging in pub games like cards or darts, attending beer festivals, delving into zythology (the study of beer), embarking on pub crawls, touring breweries, participating in beer-centric tourism, or even beer rating endeavors. Drinking games like beer pong also enjoy widespread popularity. A relatively recent addition to the beer world is the profession of the beer sommelier, who educates restaurant patrons about different types of beer and their… Read More »

How Beer is Served The most prevalent method of serving beer in bars worldwide is through draught (also spelled “draft”) beer dispensed from a pressurized keg, using a lever-style dispenser and a spout. This process involves pressurizing a metal keg with carbon dioxide (CO2) gas, which propels the beer to the dispensing tap or faucet. Some beers are even served with a nitrogen/carbon dioxide mixture, known for producing fine bubbles, resulting in a dense head and a creamy mouthfeel. Additionally, certain types of beer can be found in smaller, disposable kegs known as beer balls. In traditional pubs, pull levers… Read More »