gyle
Definition
- Noun:
- A batch of beer brewed at one time: "gyle" refers to a single production run or batch of beer in the brewing process.
- The wort or unfermented beer from a single brewing: "gyle" can also denote the liquid (wort) produced in one brewing session before fermentation.
Usage Examples
- (A fresh batch of beer was brewed.)
- (The unfermented beer liquid is prepared for fermentation.)
Advanced Usage
"gyle number": a reference number assigned to a specific batch of beer for tracking and quality control.
- Each gyle is given a unique number to identify its ingredients and brewing date.
"gyle tank": a vessel used to hold the wort or unfermented beer during the brewing process.
- The gyle tank must be thoroughly cleaned between batches to prevent contamination.
Variants and Related Words
- Gyle (n): the term is often used in brewing contexts without common variants. It is related to:
- Wort (n): the liquid extracted from mashing grain during brewing, which becomes beer after fermentation.
- Batch (n): a general term for a quantity of something produced at one time.
Synonyms
- Batch: a quantity of beer produced in one brewing cycle.
- Brew: a single instance of making beer.
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