noun
- the process of storing beer at low temperatures for an extended period to allow it to mature and clarify
Usage: brewing terminology
Examples
- The brewery uses traditional lagering methods that take several months.
- Proper lagering requires consistent cold temperatures below 40 degrees Fahrenheit.
- The beer’s smooth taste comes from careful lagering in underground caves.
- Modern lagering facilities use refrigerated tanks instead of natural caves.
- The lagering process removes unwanted flavors and creates a cleaner finish.
- German brewers perfected lagering techniques centuries ago.