+Mashing is the process of combining [Grain](/wiki/grain) (often malted) with hot water, allowing natural enzymes to convert starches into fermentable sugars. This fundamental step creates a sweet liquid, known as [Wort](/wiki/wort), essential for brewing beverages like beer and distilling spirits.
+## See also
+- [Brewing](/wiki/brewing)
+- [Fermentation](/wiki/fermentation)
+- [Malt](/wiki/malt)
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