Fun Facts about Beer to Get You Excited About America on Tap

As America on Tap - Connecticut rapidly approaches on Sept. 12 at Ives Concert Park in Danbury, we're learning some pretty awesome things about craft beer.

Here are some interesting facts we bet you didn't know about craft beer from FoodBeast.com.

1
What Gives Beer its Color?
Beer color is directly related to malt content! The various shades are created by the chemical reactions when brewing.
2
Do Hops and pets mix?
NO!
A special warning to home-brewers, hops have been known to be incredibly poisonous to certain dog breeds.
3
What does rye do?
1) Sharpens the flavor
2) Adds Crispness
3) Gives a subtle spiciness
4
What are Isohumulones?
Isohumulones are chemical compounds that create the bitter taste in beer. They also help maintain the head on beer and are good for you!
5
Were there any Presidential brewers?
Yes!
George Washington, Thomas Jefferson, James Madison and Barack Obama are all home brewers.
6
How many calories are in your beer?
The average calorie count in a 12oz beer is as follows:
Lager: 140
Pale Ale: 150
Pumpkin Ale: 240
Imperial Stout: 300
7
How were barrel aged beers created?
"Legend has it that barrel-aged beers were created by accident when a distillery tried to create a whiskey finished with ale flavors"
8
Are you a Master Cicerone?
No!
Only three people hold the title of Master Cicerone.
(If you feel like you could be, click the link above!)
9
What does your frosty glass do?
Frosty glasses cause extra foaming in beers!
10
Does a cold beer have less flavor?
Yes!
The colder the beer the less flavor it has. Chilling beer also increases carbonation- resulting in watery, bubbly beer.
11
Does beer grow stong bones?
Yes!
Because of its high silicone content, craft ales have been studied to strengthen bones.
12
How many beer styles are recognized by the Brewers Association?
152!
If you want to know which, check out the link!
13
What should you serve stong ales in?
Serve strong ales in a snifter in order to increase heat transfers from your hands!
14
Which states have the most craft breweries?
The list tops out with Oregon with 134, Washington with 150, Colorado with 160, and California with a whopping 330!
15
What Hops do brewers prefer?
"Cascade Hops is the favorite hops varietal among hops brewers."
16
What is the most popular style of craft beer in the U.S.?
The most popular style of craft beer in the U.S. is IPA!

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Fun Facts about Beer to Get You Excited About America on Tap – Connecticut