What is the difference between a pilsner and a lager?
Pilsner
- A type of lager beer.
- Has a light golden color.
- Has a slightly sweet and slightly bitter flavor.
- Is brewed with bottom-fermenting yeast.
- Has a high alcohol content, typically between 5% and 8%.
Lager
- A type of beer that is brewed with top-fermenting yeast.
- Has a dark brown or black color.
- Has a more complex flavor than pilsners.
- Is brewed with a wide range of yeasts, which gives it a diverse flavor.
- Has a lower alcohol content, typically between 4% and 6%.