Did you know beer tasters pour their beer directly down the middle of the glass?
This technique is known as the "center pour" and serves a specific purpose. By pouring the beer down the middle, it creates agitation and turbulence, which helps release the beer's aromas and allows carbonation to escape. This agitation aerates the beer, enhancing its flavors and aromatics. Additionally, the center pour encourages the formation of a frothy head on top of the beer, which can further enhance the sensory experience.
But...this pour takes at least 5 minutes to settle before you could actually consume your beer. So next time you grab your favorite beer, grab two and try out the center pour and a normal pour to see for yourself. Can you notice the difference?
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