Discover the diverse world of beers, from crisp lagers to robust stouts. Our comprehensive guide covers everything from light, refreshing pilsners to rich, complex porters.
| Beer | Brewery | Country |
|---|---|---|
| Alexander Keith | Alexander Keith's Brewery |  |
| Coors | Coors Brewing Company |  |
| Kokanee | Columbia Brewery | |
| Labatt Blue | Labatt Brewing Company | |
| Lucky | Lucky Lager | |
| Molson Canadian | Molson Brewery | |
| Moosehead | Moosehead Breweries | |
Beer 101: A Guide to Beer Types
Welcome to our comprehensive guide to beer styles. From light lagers to dark stouts, discover the rich world of beer and its diverse characteristics.
Lagers
Pale Lager
Light to golden in color, crisp and refreshing with subtle hop and malt flavors. Perfect for newcomers to beer.
- Color: Pale to golden
- ABV: 4-5%
- Characteristics: Crisp, clean, refreshing
Pilsner
A type of pale lager with a more pronounced hop character and crisp finish.
- Color: Light straw to golden
- ABV: 4.5-5.5%
- Characteristics: Hoppy, crisp, bitter finish
Ales
Pale Ale
Balanced beer with medium maltiness and hop flavor.
- Color: Golden to amber
- ABV: 4.5-6.2%
- Characteristics: Balanced, hoppy, fruity notes
IPA (India Pale Ale)
Known for strong hop character and higher alcohol content.
- Color: Golden to amber
- ABV: 6-7.5%
- Characteristics: Strong hop flavor, bitter, aromatic
Dark Beers
Stout
Dark, rich beer with roasted malt flavors.
- Color: Dark brown to black
- ABV: 5-8%
- Characteristics: Roasted, coffee, chocolate notes
Porter
Dark beer with chocolate and caramel notes.
- Color: Dark brown
- ABV: 5-6.5%
- Characteristics: Malty, chocolate, caramel
Wheat Beers
Hefeweizen
German wheat beer with banana and clove notes.
- Color: Pale to golden
- ABV: 4.5-5.5%
- Characteristics: Banana, clove, bread-like
Belgian Witbier
Light wheat beer spiced with coriander and orange peel.
- Color: Pale, cloudy
- ABV: 4.5-5.5%
- Characteristics: Spicy, citrusy, refreshing