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wants to keep you informed and without
much effort on your part. We've put together
a list of "Basic Beers" that
we hope answered a few of your basic questions.
We've also added Beer & Food to answer
and what beer goes best with what types
of food. Be sure to click the links under
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Amber Ale
Sweet caramel notes and citrusy aromas
with smooth finish. Complements rich,
aromatic, spicey and smokey foods such
as chili, BBQ ribs, grilled chicken and
beef.
Complement
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Amber Lager
Roasted, malty sweetness with well-balanced,
dry bitterness. Sweetness pairs well with
sun-dried tomatoes and tomato reduction
sauces; balance hopping complements foods
flavored with basil and oregano.
Complement
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American Lager
Balance of hops and malt with crisp, dry
finish. Perfect contrast to Thai, Pan
Asian, Latino Fusion, Mexican, Peruvian
and other spicy dishes.
Complement
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American Light Lager
Most popular style worldwide; very refreshing
and thirst quenching. Complements lemongrass,
ginger, garlic, cilantro and similiar
flavors; adds depth to light dishes such
as spring rolls and salads.
Complement
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American Wheat Ale
Very refreshing, slightly tart flavor
with subtle citrus aroma. Complements
the lighter elements of foods like seared
scallops and oil-cooked garlic shrimp
while adding a refreshing contrast.
Complement
- Recommend
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Belgian Style Witbier
Unfiltered ale with orange, citrus and
coriander aromas. Complements salads with
light citrus dressings and feta or goat
cheese as well as ceviches and other light,
citrus-flavored dishes.
Complement
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Blonde Ale
Smooth, malty sweetness and balance bitterness.
Pairs perfectly with sweet, hot, spicy
foods including many Asian dishes, chili
and mango jalapeno salsa.
Complement
- Recommend
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Bock
Rich, sweet caramels and warm, toasty
flavors. Sweetness balances strong spice
components and intense flavors of Cajun,
jerk, slow-roasted and seared foods.
Complement
- Recommend
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Brown Ale
Malty flavor balanced with hints of caramel
and chocolate. Stands up to roast pork,
smoked sausage, plank-grilled salmon,
and other hearty foods; complements the
nutty flavores of chicken satay, cashew
chicken, nut-encrusted.
Complement
- Recommend
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Hefeweizen
Unfiltered ale with unique clove and banana
aromas. Classically paired with weisswurst
(white sausage); refreshing character
contrasts with pungent, intense aromatics
such as mustard flavors, pickles, horseradish
and cured meats.
Complement
- Recommend
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India Pale Ale (IPA)
Substantial maltiness with pronounced
hoppy aroma and flavor. Complements intensely
flavorful, highly spiced dishes like curry
and bold, sweet desserts like flourless
chocolate cake and creme brulee.
Complement
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Marzen/Oktoberfest
Mildly hopped with complex malt character.
Carmelization of malts complements that
of chargrilled and seared meats.
Complement
- Recommend
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Pale Ale
Malty sweetness balanced by hoppy bitterness.
Hops bitterness contrasts with spicy,
heat-charmed, smokey or aromatic flavors
such as those in Stilton and blue cheese.
Complement
- Recommend
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Pilsner
Pronounced hops aroma and bitterness with
refreshing finish. Works well with salmon,
tuna and other high-fat, oily fish and
with marbled meats; bitterness offers
pleasing contrast with sweet reductions
and sauces.
Complement
- Recommend
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Porter
Roasted flavor complemented by nutty and
toffee characteristics. Works well with
smoked meats, especially bacon; complements
chocolate-, espresso- and coffe-flavored
desserts adn soft, creamy blue cheeses
like Gorgonzola.
Complement
- Recommend
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Stout
Prevelant chocolate and coffee flavors.
Highlights the nuttiness and braised,
carmelized character of dishes with brown,
savory sauces; complements silky, salty
foods like oysters on the half shell.
Complement
- Recommend
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Specialty Beers
Specialty beers are enhanced with ingrediants
such as chocolate, honey, pumpkin, ginger-spice
and other seasonal varieties. These beers
have a broad range of flavors, aromas
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