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By Ateet Roshan
Yeast
C6H12O6
Enzymes
2CH3CH2OH + 2CO2
Origin of Beer
The oldest form of alcohol created by man. Clay tablets from 6,000 B.C. in Babylonia depict the beer making process. Beer production was considered womens work. Refining of the beer process has developed over 5,000 - 8,000 years
Types of Beer
Lager Beer is made with yeast strains that settle on the bottom of the brewing vats Most American beers are lagers Ales Yeast strains float to the top of the vats Tend to have a higher alcohol content than lagers
Types of Beer
Pilsener Brewed in the city of Pilsen Hard water is used in brewing Lighter colour than lagers Porter Dark beers Black malt is used Strong taste and high alcohol content
Types of Beer
Stout Dark ales made from toasted malt Brewed for a long period of time before aging
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