Our national holiday of gratitude is nearly upon us once again, and as you plan the day’s menu, don’t forget the brews! Here are a few ideas of what might fit in well with turkey, stuffing, mashed potatoes, cranberries, and a bit of pumpkin pie.
Sit Down With a Brown
Brown ales aren’t generally heavy, and don’t bear the bitterness of a lot of the hoppier beers. They’re not crisp like pilsners, but have a malty, bready, or even nutty character that is flavorful but not too rich for such a typically filling meal.Samuel Smith’s Nut Brown is an old reliable, malty and finishing with a creamy nuttiness. (Wouldn’t that go nicely with some chestnut stuffing?) Rogue Hazelnut Brown Nectar is another good option in that regard. Do you brine your turkey? Such a beer works quite well in brine recipes, as well as basting recipes and even gravy.
