draught beer
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Definition
- Noun:
- Beer served from a keg or cask: "Draught beer" refers to beer that is stored in and served directly from a large container, such as a keg or cask, typically using a tap or pump. It is not bottled or canned.
Usage
- "Draught beer" is used to specify the serving method of beer. It contrasts with bottled or canned beer.
- It is commonly used in pubs, bars, and restaurants to describe beer on tap.
- Example:
Examples
- Noun:
- The pub is known for its excellent selection of draught beers.
- Draught beer often has a different taste and texture compared to bottled versions.
- Do you serve this ale as a draught beer?
Advanced Usage
- "On draught": This phrase is used to describe beer that is available from a keg.
- They have a new local IPA on draught.
- The term can imply a perception of freshness or traditional serving style.
Variants and Related Words
- Draft beer: This is a common alternative spelling, especially in American English. The meaning is identical.
- I prefer draft beer from the tap.
- Keg beer: A more specific term referring to beer from a keg, which is a type of draught beer.
- Cask ale: A type of draught beer that undergoes secondary fermentation in the cask.
Synonyms
- Beer on tap: The most direct synonym, describing beer served from a tap.
- Tap beer: A casual synonym for draught beer.
- Keg beer: Specifically emphasizes the storage container.
Notes
- The core concept is the method of storage and dispensing. The spelling "draught" is standard in British English, while "draft" is standard in American English for this context.
- It does not refer to a specific brand or type of beer, but rather to how it is served.
Noun
- beer drawn from a keg