Malt liquor is a North American term for a type of strong beer made from barley malt and other ingredients like corn, rice, or dextrose. It originated in the United States and typically has an alcohol content of 6-9%, higher than regular beer.
How it is made
Malt liquor is made from barley malt along with other inexpensive ingredients such as corn, rice, or dextrose. These additional ingredients contribute to its higher alcohol content compared to regular beer. The resulting beer is typically slightly sweet with minimal bitterness.
History
The term 'malt liquor' was first recorded in England in 1690. In North America, it first appeared in a Canadian patent issued on July 6, 1842. The style of malt liquor beer emerged in the United States in 1948 with the introduction of the Clix brand. The first popular American malt liquor was Country Club, released in 1950.
Types and styles
Malt liquor includes various brands such as Colt 45, Olde English 800, Steel Reserve, Mickey's, St. Ides, Private Stock, and Clix Malt Liquor. It ranges in color from dark golden to amber-red and is classified as either a lager or ale.
Adapted from the Russian Wikipedia article Солодовый ликёр, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.
Kinds of malt liquor
Other styles
- Steel Reserve
Well-known brands
- Mickey's
- St. Ides
- Private Stock
- Clix Malt Liquor