{"id":5896,"date":"2020-08-21T13:56:43","date_gmt":"2020-08-21T12:56:43","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blog.prestigehampers.co.uk\/?p=5896"},"modified":"2020-08-18T14:00:03","modified_gmt":"2020-08-18T13:00:03","slug":"whats-the-big-deal-about-craft-beer","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.prestigehampers.co.uk\/hamper-diaries\/whats-the-big-deal-about-craft-beer\/","title":{"rendered":"What&#8217;s the big deal about craft beer?"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Beer is beer, right? Well, not exactly. Any beer drinker will tell you that there are distinct differences between<a href=\"https:\/\/www.prestigehampers.co.uk\/hampers\/craft-beers?cPath=6\"> beer, ale and lager<\/a>. There is also an ongoing discussion regarding craft beer and what makes it so sought after. Here&#8217;s what you need to know about craft varieties and why they are worth every penny.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"western\">Micro-brewing<\/h2>\n<p>What this basically means is that the craft beer is brewed in smaller quantities. So, instead of a large brewery, you will find that the brewery is significantly smaller and it is important to get your order in early before stocks run out!<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"western\">Ingredients<\/h2>\n<p>Craft beer is considered the purest form of beer-making. It is strictly made from water, hops, malted barley and yeast. It also generally takes longer to produce than commercial beer. Commercial facilities are largely automated while craft varieties are a lot more hands-on.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"western\">Unique and unusual<\/h2>\n<p>If you consider yourself to be a beer connoisseur and you haven&#8217;t tried craft beer yet, it&#8217;s time to crack open a bottle or two! Even if you have no idea which one to try, there are some great beer crates that include a variety. As you taste each beer, you take take note and even keep a journal with all of your opinions regarding the flavours and aromas. This will help you decide which one or ones you like the most.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"western\">Pure water<\/h2>\n<p>It&#8217;s amazing what a massive difference water quality can make when producing any type of alcoholic beverage. The water used in craft beer is purified and an impurities are removed for the finest quality beer.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"western\">No hops<\/h2>\n<p>Hops are added to various types of beer. When it comes to craft beer, however, they are not included in the recipe. Since hops are to thank for that bitter flavour associated with most beers, you can be sure that craft varieties will be more appealing to those who do not enjoy the better aftertaste.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"western\">Quality ingredients<\/h2>\n<p>No matter how much those big brands boast that their ingredients are of the highest quality, this is simply not the case. To keep costs low, they source affordable ingredients. Craft beer really is made with the best quality ingredients to ensure that they are worth every sip.<\/p>\n<p>Now you know what makes craft beer so special, what are you waiting for? You can expand your beer-drinking experience by ordering a craft ale or beer hamper. Have it delivered to your door and enjoy! These gifts are also great to send to your beer-loving friends and family.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Beer is beer, right? Well, not exactly. Any beer drinker will tell you that there are distinct differences between beer, ale and lager. 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