Beer made from malt

cpc code 24310 covers the production of beer made from malt, a crucial segment of the broader alcoholic beverage industry. As a widely consumed and culturally significant product, beer plays a significant role in the global economy, with malt-based beer being a particularly popular and traditional variety. This industry encompasses the manufacturing processes, distribution, and consumption of this ubiquitous alcoholic drink.

The production of beer made from malt involves several key steps. First, the malted barley is milled and mixed with hot water to create a mash, which allows the enzymes in the malt to convert the starch into fermentable sugars. The mash is then boiled with hops, which contribute bitterness, flavor, and aroma to the beer. After cooling, yeast is added to the wort (the liquid extracted from the mash) to facilitate fermentation, during which the yeast converts the sugars into alcohol and carbon dioxide. Finally, the beer is conditioned, filtered, and packaged for distribution.

The primary inputs for the production of beer made from malt include malted barley, hops, yeast, and water. Specialized brewing equipment, such as mash tuns, boiling kettles, fermentation tanks, and bottling/canning lines, are also essential for the manufacturing process. Additionally, energy sources, such as electricity or natural gas, are required to power the various stages of production.

The main output of this industry is, of course, beer made from malt. This product is then consumed directly by end-users or may be used as an input for other related industries, such as 24320 Beer made from malt, in containers of more than 10 litres or 46341 Wholesale of beer. The beer produced under this code may also be further processed or blended with other ingredients to create specialized beer products.