5 Mistakes You Make When Drinking Beer
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Even though beer is the oldest fermented drink in the world and weve been drinking it for many years there are a surprising number of us who still dont know how to do it properly.

You may not think it but there is actually an art to beer drinking.

When youre down the pub after work on a Friday, sinking a few cold ones, you probably dont take the time to savor and taste it.

Understanding how to taste beer properly is just the same as learning how to enjoy a good wine or scotch and were going to teach you right now.

Mistakes youre making with beer

Some mistakes in life are big and others, like incorrectly drinking beer, are HUGE!

Here are five mistakes you have probably been making with your pint since you were old enough to drink it.

Now is the time to stop.

1. Frosting your glass

This is most definitely the biggest myth in beer drinking; the joy of a frosted beer glass. Contrary to what your local sports bar is telling you, your frosty glass is most definitely not enhancing your drinking experience.

In fact, by frosting your glass youre causing the beer to foam, killing its carbonation and the aromas. Instead of popping your glass into the freezer, use it at room temperature after giving it a quick rinse under the tap to make sure its nice and clean and wont interfere with any flavors.

2. Drinking beer ice cold

As much as your mates like to brag about having cold beers, this isnt how you get the maximum taste. In fact, most beers are meant to be served just above room temperature and many experts recommend leaving them in the fridge for just 10 minutes before drinking to allow all the aromas and flavors to be exposed.

3. Leaving it in sunlight

Ever heard of the word skunking? If not, youre about to. Beer is not supposed to be in sunlight before its opened. Walk into a hot shop and pick up any bottle of beer from a sun-exposed shelf. Open it and smell itsmells off right? Its been skunked.

Beer should always be stored in a cool, dry place and out of sunlight in order to keep its taste and flavor just right.

4. Keeping it too long

Were all guilty of having that one beer in the fridge which has been there for months. Whether youre saving it for a special occasion or for a cheeky drink next Monday, you might find it will taste off or different to a normal brew.

This is because the taste and flavor of many beers age quickly and therefore should never be kept for long periods of time. Drink it or throw it out!

5. Overthinking it

Being a beer-lover isnt the same as being a foodie. There is no reason to go all technical on your mates and start talking about single variety hop beersor IBUs. For one, few people will care and for two theres something to be said for enjoying a beer how your grandad used to just as it is.

Drinking beer the right way

Now that weve established how you SHOULDNT be drinking your beer, its time to review a few tips on how to do it properly and just in time to receive one your tasty beer hampers!

1.Always drink your beer in a mug or glass made from natural materials

2.Pour beer into the center of your glass from a height of 2-3cms. Wait for the foam to settle and then top off the glass ¾ of its height

3.Drink it in small sips to appreciate the flavor

4.Always drink beer just above room temperature

5.Beer can be served with all dishes but goes particularly well with fatty meat, smoked food , and high-fat cheeses

6.Only store your beer bottles standing up and not laying down on their sides

Now that youre aware of how to drink your beer and store it, theres no reason you cant go out this weekend and enjoy yourself in style.

Whether youve decided to pop to your local pub, get the beers in at home or take advantage of a few beer hampers, theres nothing stopping you from having a good time with your favorite drink.

If you have a friend who is in love with beer but needs a few tips, teach him how to drink this fabulous drink too and sendhim a hamper to get him on his way!