Beer. What is this thing we love?
Quite simply, Beer is a beverage made with malted cereal grains (which could
include barley, wheat, rye, corn or rice, hops and water that is fermented by
adding yeast. Alcohol is created by yeast which consumes oxygen and sugar and
produces alcohol, carbon dioxide and heat. Alcohol levels can range from 2%
Alcohol by Volume (ABV) to a whopping 15% ABV for Barley Wines. This description
does not quite do justice to beer. In fact, beer is a very complex drink that
can take on thousands of interpretations. Categorizing beer can sometimes be
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There are two main types of beer: Ales and Lagers
Ales
• Are fermented at warmer temperatures for 3-4 days
• Are said to be top fermenting (yeast rises to the top)
• Generally have fruitier aromas and more robust flavours
• Should be served warmer (anywhere from 7°C to 14°C)
• Should be served in open mouthed glasses to allow the aromas to be appreciated
more readily
• Should be served with more full flavoured foods
Lagers
• Are fermented at cooler temperatures for 7-10 days
• Are said to be bottom fermenting (yeast drops to bottom)
• Generally are lighter and more thirst quenching
• Should be served colder (anywhere from 2°C to 7°C)
• Should be served in tall, narrower glasses to concentrate the aromas at the
top
• Should be served with lighter tasting foods
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 Within these two main types, you can find at least 65 different beer styles. It
is the individual brewer or brewery which decides how each of these styles will
be interpreted. While brewing is both art and science, it is the creativity of
each brewer which brings life to beer. A helpful hint in determining those types
of beer is by its colour. The chart will help you determine the various types.
CLICK HERE to view beer styles and
descriptions
CLICK HERE
to view Brewers Association 2009 Beer Style Guidelines
CLICK HERE
to view Brewers Association Beer & Food Pairing Guide |
Keg Sizes & Capacity
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1/2 Keg |
1/4 Short |
1/4 Slim |
1/6 |
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Gallons/Oz. |
15.5/1984 |
7.75/992 |
7.75/992 |
5.23/640 |
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Cases |
6.8 |
3.44 |
3.44 |
2.2 |
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12 oz. Beers |
165 |
82 |
82 |
53 |
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Height |
23.3" |
14.8" |
23/3' |
23.3' |
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Diameter |
17" |
17" |
11" |
9.25" |
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Weight/Full |
161 lbs. |
84 lbs. |
82 lbs. |
56 lbs. |
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ALCOHOL IMPAIRMENT GUIDES
(THIS INFORMATION IS INTENDED FOR INDIVIDUALS WHO ARE 21
YEARS OF AGE OR OLDER. IT IS A GUIDE, NOT A GUARANTEE.)
Alcohol can affect each person in a different way. The way your body reacts to
alcohol depends on your gender, how much you weigh, how quickly you drink and
whether or not you have eaten. You also need to remember that drinks may contain
different amounts of alcohol.
For purposes of the charts below, "one drink" is equal to: 1.5 oz. of 80 proof
liquor (Distilled spirits), 12 oz. of regular beer or 5 oz. of table wine.
Females reach a higher BAC level faster than males. A woman should use the
female version on the chart that is highlighted in pink.
Pennsylvania has set .08% BAC as the legal limit for a Driving Under the
Influence (DUI) conviction. Commercial drivers can be convicted of a DUI
nationwide with a BAC level of .04%. You may be convicted of DUI at .05% and
above if there is supporting evidence of driving impairment.
The Zero Tolerance Law (Section 3802e of the PA Vehicle Code) lowered the Blood
Alcohol Content (BAC) for minors (persons under 21) to .02%.
To View the Female BAC Chart,
CLICK HERE
To View the Male BAC Chart,
CLICK HERE |