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Lager vs. Ale
Lager
/ˈlɑːɡə/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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Ale
/eɪl/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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Ways to tell them apart:
- Lager and ale are both types of beer, but they are brewed differently.
- Lagers are typically fermented at cooler temperatures compared to ales.
- Ale yeast tends to ferment on the top of the fermentation tank, while lager yeast ferments at the bottom.
- Ales often have a fruitier and more complex taste compared to the cleaner and crisper flavor of lagers.
- Remember that "lager" is like "lagering," which means storage, relevant as lagers are stored longer.
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