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Questions tagged [terminology]

For questions about words, phrases and definitions that are specific to alcoholic beverages.

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What is a draft beer?

What constitutes a draft beer, and how different is it? I see this term plastered on beer cans, but I have no idea what it means, or how it affects the beer's taste.
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What does "all malt" mean?

Pork Slap beer indicates that it's "all malt" in the way that implies an official distinction. What does "all malt" indicate, assuming there's a standard requirement to use the term accurately.
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What does "fl. oz" mean?

I have seen the expression "fl. oz" accompanied by a number in a lot of labels of beers. For instance, I have seen "9.4 fl. oz", "12 fl. oz", "11.2 fl. oz"... What do these numbers mean?
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Would Japanese happoshu or third-category beer be considered beer in other countries?

In Japan, beer is classified in three types for taxation purposes: beer (66.6% of more of malt), happoshu ( under 66.6% malt and no added liqueur), third-type beer (contain some added liquerur) Would happoshu be considered beer in other countries?
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Is there a common name for a "craft" beer brewed by a major brewery?

A fake grassroots organization (one sponsored by an industry but made to look as though it was set up by regular people) is called an "astroturf" group. Is there a similar name for a "craft beer" that's actually produced by one of the big brewers…
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What units are used to measure beer by volume?

It may be dependent upon local custom, but what scales are used to measure beer? Is there one in particular that is used globally, or could be said to be specific to beer or alcoholic drinks? Typically, I see either pints or whatever the local…
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What does the term "imperial" represent in beer styles or names?

I'm trying to understand what I can assume about an "Imperial Stout" relative to a "Stout," etc. I know anecdotally that they are "heavier," but online sources seem to lack agreement on a specific meaning, with some suggesting that they're hoppier,…
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