Also Read:<\/strong> 11 Alcohol-Infused Desserts To Get You Deliciously Drunk (on Food)<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n Still confused? Don’t worry be-er happy because, in this article, we break down the common and popular types of beer that will hopefully come in handy the next time you crack open a cold one with the boys. Cheers!<\/p>\n\n\n\n Ale is the oldest type of beer<\/strong>. Ales are fermented with top-fermenting yeast at warm temperatures from 60 to 70 degrees Fahrenheit<\/strong>. Meaning, during the fermentation and brewing process, the yeast gathers at the top. <\/strong>As for its flavor, it is often considered aromatic and fruity<\/strong>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n IPA beer, short for Indian Pale Ale<\/strong> is the go-to choice for people who like their beer bitter<\/strong>. IPAs tend to have quite a high alcohol content and are made to be extra strong and hoppy<\/strong> to survive long journeys giving it an extra distinct bitter taste with floral notes<\/strong>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n ABV (Alcohol by Volume): <\/strong>5.1%\u201310.6% Porters are known for their dark brown color and deep, roasty, chocolate, coffee, and caramel flavor profile<\/strong>. They also boast hints of maltiness with medium hop bitterness<\/strong>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n ABV <\/strong>(Alcohol by Volume)<\/strong>: 4.4%\u20136% Stouts are roasted ales<\/strong> and can be easily spotted by their dark, deep, and rich color<\/strong>. Though similar to porters, they are less sweet<\/strong> and are more comparable to the strong flavor and bitterness of roasted coffee<\/strong>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n ABV <\/strong>(Alcohol by Volume)<\/strong>: 3.2%\u201312% Wheat beers are known for their soft, smooth flavor and hazy or cloudy appearance<\/strong>. It varies widely in terms of flavor but generally is tangy and fruity<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n ABV <\/strong>(Alcohol by Volume)<\/strong>: 2.8%\u20135.6% In comparison to ales, lagers ferment for a longer time at cooler temperatures from 35 to 50 degrees Fahrenheit<\/strong>. They’re also called bottom-fermented beers<\/strong> because the yeast gathers at the bottom<\/strong> during the fermentation and brewing process. Lagers are the most popular beer type in the world <\/strong>and are usually considered the entry point for new beer drinkers<\/strong>. Its flavors are usually described as crisp, clean, light, and refreshing with slight hints of malt<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Pale lagers tend to have a refreshing, light, and crisp flavor profile<\/strong> and usually have a lower alcohol content than most beers with the main ingredient being water<\/strong>. It is easily paired with a wide variety of foods and is popular among American beer brands including Corona and Budweiser<\/strong>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n ABV <\/strong>(Alcohol by Volume)<\/strong>: 4.1%\u20135.1% Pilsners, originally from the Czech Republic<\/strong>, are considered to be one of the hoppiest lager beers<\/strong> and generally have a dry, slightly bitter flavor<\/strong>. They have a light pale gold color and a crisp flavor<\/strong> that make them the popular choice during the summer<\/strong>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n ABV <\/strong>(Alcohol by Volume)<\/strong>: 4.1%\u20135.3% Dunkel, meaning “dark” in German<\/strong> is characterized by its smooth malty flavor<\/strong>. It has a deep dark brown appearance <\/strong>and is typically associated with having a caramel and bread-like flavor<\/strong>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n ABV <\/strong>(Alcohol by Volume)<\/strong>: 4.8%\u20135.3% Bock directly translates to “goat” in German<\/strong>. It’s a dark, malty beer that was first brewed in Einbeck, Germany<\/strong>. Its flavor profile is traditionally strong and sweet<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n ABV <\/strong>(Alcohol by Volume)<\/strong>: 6.3%\u20139.5% We know you loved using the Booky app for discovering the newest places in your city. 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IPA<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
IBU (International Bitterness Unit):<\/strong> 50-70
Best paired with:<\/strong> spicy food, barbeques, burgers, roasts. <\/p>\n\n\n\nPorter<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
IBU <\/strong>(International Bitterness Unit)<\/strong>: 20-30
Best paired with:<\/strong> brownies, chocolate cake, grilled food. <\/p>\n\n\n\nStout <\/h3>\n\n\n\n
IBU <\/strong>(International Bitterness Unit)<\/strong>: 15-80
Best paired with:<\/strong> chocolate, ice cream, roasted and smoked food. <\/p>\n\n\n\nWheat<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
IBU <\/strong>(International Bitterness Unit)<\/strong>: 10-35
Best paired with:<\/strong> fresh food, grilled vegetables, salads. <\/p>\n\n\n\nLager<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Pale Lager<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
IBU <\/strong>(International Bitterness Unit)<\/strong>: 5-19
Best paired with:<\/strong> Mexican food, hotdogs, pizza, noodles. <\/p>\n\n\n\nPilsner<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
IBU <\/strong>(International Bitterness Unit)<\/strong>: 25\u201350
Best paired with:<\/strong> lightly fried dishes like calamari and tempura, seafood.<\/p>\n\n\n\nDunkel <\/h3>\n\n\n\n
IBU <\/strong>(International Bitterness Unit)<\/strong>: 16-25
Best paired with:<\/strong> sausages, spicy Cajun food, buffalo wings.<\/p>\n\n\n\nBock<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
IBU <\/strong>(International Bitterness Unit)<\/strong>: 15-38
Best paired with: <\/strong>sausages, chicken jerky, mature cheese like Gruyere, Emmental, and Swiss.<\/p>\n\n\n\n