draft beer
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of draft beer
First recorded in 1780–90
Example Sentences
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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 value draft beer at the home opener was the SeaQuench Ale from Dogfish Head.
From Seattle Times • Oct. 19, 2022
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
Though draft beer kegs offer a much higher profit margin than a six-pack, Porter said Smog City’s ability to sell to large retail distributors has been a life preserver.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 16, 2020
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
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