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Beer Study Hall is where curiosity about beer turns into deeper understanding. Explore clear, approachable articles about beer styles, ingredients, brewing processes, sensory science, history, and the many details that shape what ends up in your glass. Whether you are studying for an exam or simply want to learn more about beer, start wherever your interests take you.
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What Are IBUs in Beer? Why They Don’t Tell You How Bitter a Beer Will Taste
The International Bitterness Unit (IBU) wasn't invented to tell beer drinkers how bitter a beer would taste. It was invented to help brewers make more consistent beer. Somewhere along the way, the brewing industry's quality control measurement became a consumer-facing marketing number—and that's where much of the confusion began.
I Tried It: Hop Tea
The method I tried was brewing teas out of nine different kinds of hops using a coffee maker. To do this experiment, you'll need a small coffeemaker, coffee filters, and as many different types of hops as you like.