If you are organizing a party for your friends then beer is one of the most popular drinks that you can offer. As there are so many different varieties of beers most of people have problems to tell which type of beer they drink. Here are five types of beer that are commonly known at the parties.

1. Ales: This is an ancient beer preferred by quite a lot of people. This beer is brewed using the top fermenting yeast. It has a sweet and fruity taste. As all the sugars are not converted in to alcohol it is also not very strong. Ales are a perfect drink to have with grilled steak or even the Nachos.
2. Lagers: This type of beer with a crisp taste and carbonation is the best drink to offer at a party where spicy food, Mexican or Indian food is served. It tastes well even with a pizza. The color of the lager depends on the environment in which it is brewed.
3. Porters: This is a malty, delicious and strong type of beer that originated in England. Porter is a dark beer with a bitter taste. This is usually served with meat foods such as beef, lamb, chicken and pork.
4. Stouts: This beer originated in Ireland – it is dark in color with a coffee flavor. There are other varieties of stouts with sweet, milk, bitter and oatmeal flavor. Most of people prefer to drink it on its own as its strong flavor makes it hard to eat anything after having it.
5. Pilsner: This is a clear, golden colored sparkling beer. This hop flavored beer is stronger than lager. Pilsner is a light beer and can be served with almost every type of food.

Now, choose the type of beer for your party depending on the type of foods you are going to server and also consider the taste of the guests if possible.