Alcohol content is expressed as a percentage of volume or weight. The top fermenting yeast perform at warmer temperatures than do yeast's used to brew lager beer, and their byproducts are more evident in taste and aroma. Fruitiness and esters are often part of an ale's character. A cereal grain that is malted for use in the grist that becomes the mash in the brewing of beer. Name given alcohol-containing beverages produced by fermenting grain, specifically malt, and flavored with hops.
Black malt gives a dark color and roasted flavor to beer.
Also known in Britain as a home-brew house and in Germany as a house brewery. A closed, barrel-shaped container for beer. They come in various sizes and are now usually made of metal. Warm conditioning further develops the complex of flavors. Cold conditioning imparts a clean, round taste.