Taproom: meaning, definitions and examples
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taproom
[ หtรฆpหrum ]
bar setting
A taproom is a place where beer is served directly from kegs or casks rather than being bottled or canned. These establishments often offer a variety of drafts from a single brewery, allowing patrons to sample different styles. Taprooms can serve food to complement the beer selection, and they typically provide a casual atmosphere for socializing. They are often associated with craft breweries and can include tour options for visitors interested in the brewing process.
Synonyms
beer hall, brewpub, microbrewery.
Examples of usage
- Let's meet at the local taproom for some craft beers.
- The new taproom opened downtown last week and it's already popular.
- I love the atmosphere in this taproom; it's perfect for hanging out with friends.
- They have a rotating selection of beers at the taproom every week.
Translations
Translations of the word "taproom" in other languages:
๐ต๐น cervejaria
๐ฎ๐ณ เคเฅเคชเคฐเฅเคฎ
๐ฉ๐ช Brauerei
๐ฎ๐ฉ taproom
๐บ๐ฆ ัะฐะฟัะธัะผ
๐ต๐ฑ taproom
๐ฏ๐ต ใฟใใใซใผใ
๐ซ๐ท taproom
๐ช๐ธ taberna
๐น๐ท taproom
๐ฐ๐ท ํญ๋ฃธ
๐ธ๐ฆ ุบุฑูุฉ ุงูุตูุจูุฑ
๐จ๐ฟ pivnice
๐ธ๐ฐ pivnica
๐จ๐ณ ้ ๅง
๐ธ๐ฎ taproom
๐ฎ๐ธ taproom
๐ฐ๐ฟ ัะฐะฟัะธัะผ
๐ฌ๐ช แขแแแ แแฃแแ
๐ฆ๐ฟ taproom
๐ฒ๐ฝ taproom
Etymology
The word 'taproom' combines two elements: 'tap' and 'room'. 'Tap' dates back to Middle English, deriving from the Old English term 'tรฆppe', which means a plug or a spigot. This reflects the practice of tapping a keg to serve beer. The word 'room' comes from Old English 'rum', which means space or area. The usage of the term 'taproom' can be traced to the early 19th century, during the rise of beer brewing and consumption as a social activity, particularly in the United States. Taprooms became vital parts of breweries, allowing customers to sample fresh beer on-site, thus linking the production of beer with public enjoyment. Over time, the concept evolved as craft brewing gained popularity, resulting in taprooms being synonymous with community-focused spaces that encourage beer tasting and social gathering.