What are the ingredients of beer?

Water makes up around 90% of beer. The quality and taste of the water used can significantly impact the taste and aroma of the beer.

2. Barley

Barley is the primary grain used in brewing beer. It provides the starch that is converted into alcohol during fermentation. Different varieties of barley can impart different flavors and aromas to the beer.

3. Hops

Hops are flowers that give beer its bitterness, aroma, and flavor. Various hop varieties can produce a wide range of flavors and aromas, from citrusy to floral to piney.

4. Yeast

Yeast is a fungus that converts the sugars in the barley into alcohol and carbon dioxide. Different yeast strains can produce different flavors and aromas in the beer.

5. Other ingredients

Adjunct ingredients such as wheat, corn, or rice may be added to beer to modify its flavor, texture, or appearance. Spices, herbs, fruits, and other flavorings may also be added.