When it comes to pairing cheese, you might be surprised to learn that beer is a great, and often better partner than wine! I know what you’re thinking—but I’m not talking about the stuff you drink while mowing the lawn. I am talking about flavorful, craft beer, brewed in small batches by local breweries across the country.

Because beer is made with four ingredients—malts, hops, yeast, and water—the flavor combinations are endless. Wines range in complexity, but there are certain flavors that you just can’t get from a grape. That’s where beer comes in. Malt allows beers to range in flavor from bready to chocolaty and everything in between. The hops in beer add complexity with flavors and aromas that can be spicy, piney, citrusy, or even floral. Depending on the style of beer, yeast can impart little flavor or dominate the palate with anything from cloves, bananas, to even bubblegum.

Beer’s natural carbonation also makes it perfect for pairing with cheese, which tends to coat your taste buds and often dulls the flavors of uncarbonated drinks. The carbonation cleanses your palate and allows you to enjoy every delicious bite.

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Pairing wine and cheese is a classic,
but pairing beer with your favorite cheese
will surprise and delight you!