Definition

Noun: 1. A type of beer: A general term for beer made with bottom-fermenting yeast, typically using a process called decoction mashing. This method results in a beer that is usually clearer, crisper, and more stable than ales. Historically, it was brewed in March or April and stored (or "lagered") to mature until the autumn, particularly September.

Usage

• As a common noun: "Lager beer" refers to the category or style of the beverage.
  • He ordered a pint of lager beer.
  • The brewery specializes in traditional lager beer.

Advanced Usage

• Historical/Cultural Context: The term can be used to emphasize the traditional European brewing method and seasonal maturation process.
  • The festival celebrates the original method of brewing lager beer, which was stored in cool caves over the summer.

Variants and Related Words

• Lager (n): The more common, shortened form of "lager beer."
  • I prefer lager to ale.
• Lager yeast (n): The specific type of bottom-fermenting yeast () used in brewing this beer.
• Lagering (n/v): The process of storing beer at low temperatures to mature.
  • The lagering process takes several weeks.

Synonyms

• Bottom-fermented beer: A technical synonym describing the fermentation method.
• Pilsner (n): A specific, very common type of pale lager beer, originating from the Czech town of Pilsen. (Note: All Pilsners are lagers, but not all lagers are Pilsners.)

Related Phrases

• Lager beer glass: A tall, slender glass often used for serving this style of beer.

Noun

1. a general term for beer made with bottom fermenting yeast (usually by decoction mashing); originally it was brewed in March or April and matured until September