Mass production beer is subject to legislation. In the manufacturing process it is filtered, clarified, added preservatives and chemicals. These processes destroy all life that was in the drink. Taste properties of this beverage flavorings. Unfortunately, this cannot be said about its effects on the body.
Since ancient times was known the beneficial properties of beer. It was used to treat many diseases, and the monks brewed beer in the temples. Beer that is sold in stores, contains these beneficial properties.
How to distinguish a live beer?
As in "live" beer has no preservatives, it cannot be stored for a long time. Usually the shelf life of this beer not more than a few days, and then brewer's yeast, which are stored in this drink and have all the useful properties, die. To increase the shelf life of beer, it should be stored at temperatures above 2 degrees. This will prolong the life of brewer's yeast to two weeks.
Another important difference from the fresh beer, which is produced in large quantities, is its fermentation process, it continues at the packaging, which sells. That's why the taste just open live beer, much richer pasteurized.
The cost of living beer
The price of live beer is significantly different from what is produced EN masse. This is due to its non-industrial volume production and manual labor, without which it is impossible to do in the process of its creation. This beer continues to be considered an elite beverage and his fans are willing to pay the price for its quality and exclusivity.
The value of live beer depend on the ingredients used in the cooking process. Hops, sprouted grain barley and brewer's yeast is what gives the drink the qualities for which it is called "alive".
Features of live beer
In order to distinguish fresh beer from overexposed more than the period, you need to listen to his finish. If the beer had slight "metallic" taste is a sure sign that it is no longer good for consumption.