Alpine Beverage is a beer distributor in Johnstown, PA. We sell beer and malt beverages by the case, 12 pack, 6 pack, or singles. We have craft brews & seasonal brews, imports, domestics & wine cooler/malt alternative beverages.
ALES - Ales are brewed with top fermenting yeast and typically at warmer temperatures than lagers. Ales usually have a distinctive fruitfulness, acidity, and pleasantly bitter seasoning. Ales also come in man varities such as: Bitters, Milds, Abbey Ales, Pale Ales and Nut Browns.
PORTERS - A type of ale brewed with top fermenting yeast, porters are dark (almost black) are brewed with a combination of roasted malt to impart flavor, color and aroma.
STOUTS - Stouts are also a type of ale brewed with top fermenting yeast. Stouts are not as sweet to the taste and feature a rich, creamy head and are flavored and colored by barley.
LAGERS - Lagers are brewed with bottom fermenting yeast. The word Lager orginates from the German word "lagern" which means "to store" - referring to the method of storing for months in near freazing temperatures. Lagers are crisp and refreshing with a smooth finish.
PILSNERS - Pilsners are actually a type of pale lager. Pilsners are usually lighter in color and usually have less alcohol content than lagers and ales.