How do I write a beer review?
Table of Contents
- 10 Tips for Reviewing Beer.
- Be yourself! Taste is subjective, so try not to be influenced by others’ opinions or marketing.
- Think about the style.
- Check your senses.
- Don’t drink from the bottle.
- Use a beer glass.
- Avoid smoke and smoking.
- Drink at the right temperature.
What does API stand for in beer?
The style of pale ale which became known as India pale ale was widespread in England by 1815, and would grow in popularity, notably as an export beer shipped to India (which was under the control of the British East India Company until 1858) and elsewhere.
What is performance beer?

Beyond providing something tasty for people to consume at social gatherings, these products are being purposefully created to help athletic consumers recover and refuel. While some performance beer products are low in calories or entirely non-alcoholic, others are enriched with vitamins and protein.
What are the attributes of beer?
You can learn to describe beer based on these four main categories of traits that you experience with your eyes, nose, mouth, tongue and throat….You can describe the characteristics of beer by noticing:
- Color (eyes)
- Aroma (nose)
- Flavor (mouth, tongue)
- Mouthfeel or Body (mouth, throat)
What is a beer note?

Beer Notes is a new two-minute weekly radio show focused on craft beer. The show covers interesting stories about the artistry, science, history, and trends of craft beer, and is brought to you by Shore Craft Beer and Delmarva Public Radio on the Eastern Shore, where World Class Beer meets World Class Beauty.
How is beer scored?
A beer’s score is based on its percentile ranking among all beers. Every beer also has a STYLE SCORE which is a beer’s rank among its style peers. Either of these scores can be viewed and printed out from the beer’s information page which is available via search.
Why do they call it IPA?
India pale ale (IPA) is a beefed-up version of pale ale, made using more hops and with a higher alcohol content. Created in England, the name is a result of its popularity with British troops stationed in India in the 19th century, when the subcontinent was still a British colony.
Do athletes drink beer?
There’s an undeniable connection between getting a great sweat and knocking back beers. Research shows that not only are athletes more likely to imbibe, but the harder we work, the more we drink. Carbs and calories aside, there are actually a lot of reasons for athletes to down a post-sweat pint or two.
Is there a beer drinking sport?
A beer mile is a 1-mile (1.6 km) drinking race combining running and speed drinking. Typically, the race takes place on a standard 400-metre or 1/4-mile running track. The race begins at the 1-mile starting line with the consumption of a 12-US-fluid-ounce (355 ml) beer, followed by a full lap around the track.
How would you describe beer?
Beer Terms You Need to Know When Talking About Beer:
- Body – How does your beer feel?
- Complexity – How Complex are the flavours of your beer?
- Crisp/Fresh – How carbonated is your beer?
- Dry – Is your beer dry or sweet?
- Hoppy/Bitter – Is your beer bitter?
- Malty/Sweet – how sweet is your beer?
What makes beer beer?
Though used in varying proportions depending on the style being made, ALL beer is made from grain, hops, yeast, and water.