Beer is the perfect beverage for many occasions. It can be enjoyed on a hot summer day or can create a fun experience while eating out.
Like many beverages, there are specific foods that will help to bring out the taste of beer and allow you to enjoy it that much more. Beer has many different foods that pair perfectly with it. Since there are so many different types of beers, it’s important to do your research.
Keep reading to find out what foods we love to pair with beer and why.
Sushi
Sushi is a great dish to enjoy with a beer. Sushi is typically not a heavy dish, so a lighter beer matches well. Many sushi lovers try a Japanese rice lager beer.
Cheese
You have probably heard of cheese and wine, but have you heard of cheese and beer? This pairing is fantastic too. Wine can hide some of the flavors that are supposed to come through in the cheese. A lighter beer will help to let the flavors shine through while taking the fats off the palate.
If you’re at a beer tasting such as the Niagara craft beer tour, foods like cheese are great to ensure that you get to enjoy lots of different beers while not drinking on an empty stomach.
Chicken
A meal with chicken is a great dish to have with beer. Just like cheese, you will want to have a lighter beer that isn’t overpowering. If have a pasta dish that has chicken in it, the beer will go even better.
Fried Food
Delicious fried food with a beer is so good. French fries make a great appetizer. Meeting friends for this delightful combination makes for a great evening. Light or dark beer will go with fried food. You can even try a couple of new kinds.
Burgers
The All-American meal is burgers and a beer. Most adults have tried it at least once in their life, and most love it. A sweeter beer goes best with a burger, especially if the burger has a lot of meat in it.
Spicy
If you love spicy foods, you will love pairing it with a beer. If you are eating spicy Mexican food or spicy Thai food, beer is a great addition. Have you have ever had spicy food and needed to grab milk and drink it afterward? Drinking beer is very similar. It calms down the spice and allows the flavors to come through.
Chocolate Dessert
Beer even goes well with chocolate dessert. If you’re having anything rich like a brownie, a beer with fruit flavors pairs very well. The same beer can also go with ice cream or pudding.
Conclusion
The next time you are craving a cold beer, try and pair it with one of these foods. You’ll not only enjoy the food and the beer, but you’ll enjoy them even more because they go together so well. Remember to include friends too. Enjoy your meal.