Do you want to celebrate Father’s Day with a special beer tasting party? When hosting this kind of event, it’s important to make sure that you choose the right foods to pair with your beers. Here are a few pairing tips to keep in mind.
If you plan on serving a pale American lager, you can pair it with fried foods that offer a bit of a sweet taste. Fish tacos are one option to consider or even other fried fish dishes if you prefer. They have the fried aspect, a slight sweetness to them, and their flavour will not overpower the lager.
Munich Dark Lager is delicious when paired with some green chile chicken enchiladas. It’s the perfect blend of a clean-tasting lager with the spice of this dish that make the combination work so well. There are a number of craft brewers who are particularly skilled at producing this type of beer and it’s worth trying if you are a beer enthusiast.
Belgian Abbey Dark works really well with spaghetti carbonara. The complex flavours of this beer are beautifully highlighted by this rich pasta dish. Mainly because of one of the main ingredients – bacon!
If Dad has a sweet tooth, then why not try a coffee sundae along with a refreshing salted caramel stout or old ale? Add some salted peanut butter caramel to your coffee sundae for an extra kick of flavour. We might not always think about pairing beer with sweet treats but this is a combination you simply have to try!
Of course, when hosting any kind of party like this, is good to keep some classic favourites on hand as well. It’s fun to let everyone try new beers and pair them with interesting dishes. However, some people prefer not to stray from their comfort zone which is why it’s important to cater for all needs.