IPA stands for India Pale Ale. They are one of the most loved beers all around the world. Whenever you bring forth the name of IPA in front of a beer lover, you will certainly get these two statements in feedback:
- They are bitter.
- They have so much alcohol content in them.
These two statements are common things you will hear whenever we talk about IPA, and the funny thing about these statements is that they are not true. Not all IPAs you come across are bitter or have tons of booze in them.
Accepting these statements is like throwing a single blanket over a multiple-style beer. You do not believe us, try asking Melvin Brewing. You will find different types of IPAs, each catering to something new.
What Are IPAs?
Hops define iPAs. By the end of the 1700s, Americans were shipping beer all over the continent. Hence, they needed preservatives to do so.
With the addition of Hops, the beer was introduced to natural preservatives that could survive long transports, even a journey across the Atlantic and Indian oceans. This is why it is called India Pale Ale.
Although IPAs have English origin, the modern movement in style has been driven by the American brewers.
Why Are IPAs Popular?
The Indian Pale Ale is undoubtedly one of the most popular beers in the world due to its wide range of tastes. The key feature of an IPAs beer is its bitterness that comes with Hops.
Though many people believe that the days of IPAs are over as one of the best beers in the world, the numbers say otherwise. For instance, in 2014, the sales of session IPAs were up by 450% compared to the last year. Since then, more than 100 new IPAs brands have been launched in the market. This showed that IPAs are nowhere near being extinct.
Here are some reasons why IPAs are still going strong.
IPAs Are Buzzy
The popularity of IPAs has allowed the beer to stay on top of the trendiness. Craft beers are constantly making them a staple of their selection, while bars are making them stable as an element of rotations.
People’s Taste Buds Are Changing
According to Beer Snobs, the popularity of the bitter IPAs could be the result of a change in the taste bud of the people. As a matter of fact, Americans are getting friends with bitterness. This is where IPAs are capitalizing.
Health Benefits Of IPAs
Is Beer Good For Health?
Beer is an alcoholic beverage that contains water, hop, malted barley, and yeast. With every vera, the beer has seen several evolutions. And over time, beer has become somewhat healthy with moderate consumption.
Beers are brewed and are crafted with premium and fresh ingredients. Hence, you can say they hold some health benefits.
Good Source Of Nutrients
To maintain good health, you need vitamins. Fortunately, Beers are a good source of Vitamin B. the folic acid found in beer has been proven to prevent heart attacks.
Prevents Inflammation
The IPAs are made from hops. These hops are rich in bitter acids. According to food research laboratories, bitter acids are a powerful chemical component that fights inflammation.
Build And Maintain Bones
Beers are rich in silicon that helps to build your bones. The ingredient used in making IPAs is malted barley. Malted barley is rich in silicon contents. The silicon helps you build bones and helps you maintain the help of the bones.
Polish Your Teeth
There is a substance called Biofilm, which generally builds on your teeth if you neglect oral hygiene for days. However, consuming beer will help you restrict the formation of any Biofilm.
Protects Your Kidneys
Well, that might sound fishy. However, it is scientifically proven that if you can limit to moderate drinking, beer consumption can help you fight any kidney stone formations.
Conclusion
IPAs come in wide varieties and cater to different flavors and hence, attract all kinds of people. Seeing how the IPAs are performing in the market and how demanding it has been the last couple of years proves the critics wrong.
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