draft beer

American  

noun

1. beer drawn or available to be drawn from a cask or barrel.

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Etymology

Origin of draft beer

First recorded in 1780–90

Example Sentences

Its managers say the cafe has been packed since April when it began serving draft beer -- a German Warsteiner with 0.0 percent alcohol, poured into large mugs and served with peanuts, pub-style.

From Barron's • Nov. 19, 2025

The Ballard brewery takes over what is believed to be the largest taproom in Washington state, as measured by square footage and sales of draft beer, according to Optimism.

From Seattle Times • Jun. 20, 2023

That’s a problem particularly for Germany’s many small brewers, like Fuechschen, which often rely heavily on selling draft beer that they can’t shift at the moment.

From Washington Times • Mar. 23, 2021

Shark Tank Hopefuls pitch an innovative self-cleaning bedding; a twist on a traditional Italian food; cool headwear designed to eliminate tension headaches; a way to turn any can of beer into a draft beer experience.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 11, 2021

The Cafe de Paris serves the best draft beer in town, gets all the better custom, and has three shoeshine boys attached to the establishment.

From I'm a Stranger Here Myself by Reynolds, Mack