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How to Create a Beer Cellar. Just like wine, some beer gets better with age. Learn how
to properly store and age beer for optimal flavor. You will need A cool, dark location
Beers suitable for aging Boxes or shelving and labels. Step 1. Select the best spot for
your beer cellar. An ideal location may be a closet or a niche in your basement, with
little to no light and minimal temperature fluctuations. The best temperature for aging
beer is between 50 and 60 degrees Fahrenheit. Step 2. Choose the beer you wish to age. Beer
suitable for aging generally includes Belgian ales, old ales, imperial stouts, and barley
wines. Step 3. Store your beer upright in boxes or on sturdy shelves. Step 4. Label
your beer according to date stored and purchase location. Step 5. Purchase two bottles of
each beer. Drink one immediately, and then compare it to the aged beer after six to 12
months. Did you know In the Middle Ages, workers were often paid with jugs of beer.