National Beer Day: Guide to choose the right beer this summer season
Updated On Apr 07, 2023 12:39 PM IST
Get ready to celebrate National Beer Day in style with our guide to the best beer options for the summer season.
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Beer is an all-time favourite drink for people all over the world. It is a refreshing drink that can be enjoyed alone or paired with snacks and crisps. In recent years, freshly brewed beer has been gaining popularity in India. Unlike regular beer, freshly brewed beer is made on-site and served directly from the brewery. This type of beer has a unique taste and aroma that sets it apart from regular beer. Beer is already a highly consumed beverage in India, and the popularity of freshly brewed beer has only added to its appeal. Suman Bharti, Founder at Reflex Bar Brewery and Dining, shared with HT Lifestyle the list of the five best beer types that suit different palettes and tips to choose the correct beer this summer season. (Unsplash)
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NEIPA (New England India Pale Ale): This American IPAs has gained widespread popularity due to its intense fruity flavors and aromas, a soft and velvety mouthfeel, and a hazy appearance. The haze in the beer is attributed to the high levels of proteins and yeast present during the brewing process, which can result in a distinct appearance. Compared to traditional IPAs, NEIPA has a lower perceived bitterness. It is perfect for those who prefer a beer with a fruity, juicy flavor and less bitterness.(Pexels )
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Belgian Strong Ale is a type of beer known for its rich flavors and aromas, ranging from amber to dark brown. It has a high alcohol content and is made using a fermentation process that converts a significant amount of sugar into alcohol. The beer has fruity, spicy, and hoppy notes, combined with a smooth malt flavor. It is gaining popularity in India for its complex taste and refreshing effervescence.(Pexels)
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Hefeweizen: Hefeweizen, which translates to "yeast wheat" in German, is the original wheat beer and is widely recognized among beer enthusiasts. This particular beer is particularly popular during the summer months due to its refreshing and unique fruity character, which is a result of a special strain of yeast. Originating from Germany,Hefeweizen is a lightly hopped German Wheat Beer with high carbonation, a dry finish, and a fluffy mouthfeel. Its pale and refreshing taste makes it an ideal choice for those who prefer a beer with a light and fruity taste.(Unsplash)
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Belgian-style Wit: Belgian-style Wit is a refreshing and tasty medium bodied wheat-based ale. It is brewed using unmalted wheat and oats. This beer style is often spiced with coriander and orange peel giving citrusy fruitiness flavour and light creaminess texture comes from the oats. For those who prefer light and refreshing beer with a citrusy and spicy flavor profile. The beer is often unfiltered, giving it a cloudy appearance.(Unsplash)
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Vienna Lager: Vienna Lager is an amber lager that originated in Austria and is recognized for its copper to reddish brown color. It has a malty aroma and slight sweetness, with a clean, bready, and toasty malt flavor. The beer is well-balanced and easy to drink, with a clean finish, making it a popular choice among those who appreciate a malt-focused beer. Vienna Lager is versatile and suitable for any occasion.(Unsplash)
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