The Misunderstood Difference Between Light And Dark Beer - Chowhound

There are four core ingredients that every beer is based on: Water, yeast, hops, and grains. The grain is what determines a particular beer's color. Most beers are made primarily from barley, with additional grains added in smaller amounts for flavor, and dark beers have a higher percentage of barley in them than light beers. The color is also influenced by how long the grains are roasted. Just as there are dark…