Not recommended for brewing. After secondary fermentation the beer is racked into another fermentor and the solids are left behind. The beer is then allowed to ferment further. Homebrew as defined by styles Ale Beer made with top fermenting yeast, at higher temp. Ale ferments fairly fast, this usually results in more byproducts.
Ales have a pronounced palate.
Esters and fruity flavors are often evident, and are considered part of the character of the brew. Top Home Lager Lagers are brewed with bottom fermenting yeast at cooler temperatures than ales. Below 50 degrees. This inhibits the production of esters and results in a clearer tasting product. These are classic beers ales, lagers etc.