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Ale vs. Lager

Ale

/eɪl/
Ale is a type of alcoholic drink made from fermented malt and hops.

Examples:

The brewery is known for its unique craft ale.I prefer a cold ale on a summer afternoon.They introduced a seasonal spiced ale this fall.

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Lager

/ˈlɑːɡə/
A type of beer that is light in color and has a crisp, clean taste

Examples:

They stocked the fridge with a variety of craft lagers.After work, she relaxed with a refreshing chilled lager.He prefers lager over stout due to its lighter taste.

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Ways to tell them apart:

etymology
  • Lager and ale are both types of beer, but they differ in fermentation methods.
  • Lager is fermented at cooler temperatures, while ale is fermented at warmer temperatures.
  • Ale often has a fruity or spicy flavor profile, whereas lager tends to taste cleaner and crisper.
  • Remember Lager is lower in temp (cooler) during its fermentation process.
  • Ale starts with A for Above, indicating its warmer fermentation temperature.
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