Ale (Noun)
Meaning
A general name for beer made with a top fermenting yeast; in some of the United States an ale is (by law) a brew of more than 4% alcohol by volume.
Classification
Nouns denoting foods and drinks.
Examples
- The local brewery offered a variety of ales, including pale ales, India pale ales, and porters.
- The pub served a rich, malty ale that was brewed on the premises.
- She preferred the smooth, creamy texture of a well-crafted ale to the bitterness of a lager.
- The craft brewery specialized in brewing ales with unique flavor profiles and ingredients.
- After a long day, he liked to unwind with a pint of his favorite ale at the local tavern.