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What Is Lager?
A lager is a type of beer made with bottom fermenting yeast that is brewed at lower temperatures and for a longer duration than ales. However, in German "lager" simply refers to storing beer at cool temperatures and doesn't always imply bottom fermenting. Add this to my Recipe Box.
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History
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Lager was invented in the early 19th century when brewers in Bavaria began to experiment with brewing their beers in ice filled mountain caves. During the long brewing period, yeast and other solids would settle to the bottom of the barrel, creating a beverage with a pale color and clean, crisp taste. Lager's consumption spread rapidly. It arrived in the United States with German immigrants in the 1850s.
Characteristics
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In general, lagers are high in alcohol content and have simpler flavors than ales. Light lagers are characterized by pale, golden color and mild flavors. Dark lagers range in color from amber to dark brown and have more complex flavors than pale lagers.
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Types
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Some common types of lager include dunkels, Pilsners and American lager. Dunkel style beers range in color from deep amber to dark brown and have a complex malty flavor characterized by notes of chocolate or licorice. Pilsner originated in the Bohemian region of the Czech Republic and is known for high carbonation and a crisp, bitter flavor. American lager is a descendant of Pilsner but has a lighter color, muted character and mild flavor.
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