In the past, fine dining in Savannah, GA (like everywhere else) meant a nice meal paired, inevitably, with some kind of wine. Beer with a meal would never have been taken seriously. Fortunately, for beer lovers, that’s started to change. The craft beer revolution has turned beer into a beverage worthy of serious consideration. Keep reading to learn what you need to know to have a great beer pairing experience!
The Basics
First, there are the basics. You might know them, but if not, let’s go over them quick. The world of beer is so diverse that it can be hard to keep them all straight. But in general, most beer aficionados agree that there are two main kinds of beer. They are ales and lagers. Lagers, with their light taste and light body, are what you probably more familiar with. Ales, on the other hand, have a rich flavor and a rich color to match. Keep this in mind. It’ll be important when it comes time to pair.
The Two Cs of Pairing
Pairing can seem overwhelming. After all, when it comes to Savannah, GA, dining is about keeping things simple and having a great time with friends and family. Pairing beer with a great meal doesn’t have to be pretentious.
Keep it simple and fun by following the two Cs of pairing- complementing or contrasting. Complimenting is about matching flavors and colors between your beer selection and your meal. Contrasting is the opposite. Its aim is focused on choosing opposing flavors and colors that accentuate the contrast between them.
Just remember if you keep these rules in mind, you can’t go wrong. Part of the fun of beer pairing is that there is no best way to do it. Give it a try and find what works for you!
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