AN EXPERT’S GUIDE TO APPRECIATING BEERBEER STYLE GLASS / COLOR % ALC /VOL* BALANCE CHART TASTING...
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CLASSIC EXAMPLE BEER STYLE
GLASS /COLOR
% ALC /VOL* BALANCE CHART TASTING NOTES BREWING NOTES FOOD PAIRINGS FROM EXISTING CHART
ALES
Witbier (Belgian
White Ale)
4.95.2
Maltiness
Hoppiness
Alcohol
Well balanced, sweet to start with a nice touch of citrus and tangy wheat finish creates
a refreshing flavor.
Brewed using a combination of water, barley malt, unmalted wheat, hops, yeast, citrus peel and
coriander. Packaged unfiltered producing a cloudy white appearance.
Complements salads with light citrus dressings and feta or goat cheese as well as ceviches
and other light, citrus-flavored dishes.
Belgian Blonde
Abbey Ale6.6
Maltiness
Hoppiness
Alcohol
Taste is sweet and silky, with slight drying sensation. Fruity and lightly
spiced balanced with a delicate bitterness and subtle aftertaste.
An ancient recipe using only the finest grains, hops, and yeast. Spring water, barley and corn
are blended to yield a sunny golden color.
Pairs perfectly with sweet, hot, spicy foods including many Asian dishes, chili and mango jalapeño salsa.
Fruit/ Wheat Ales
4.25.25.2
Maltiness
Hoppiness
Alcohol
A fruity twist on the traditional witbier. Slightly tart with a smooth mouthfeel and refreshing finish.
Brewed as a traditional witbier with added essence of natural fruits and spices
to create these seasonal beers.
Pairs with light citrus salads, feta and goat cheese; citrus flavored dishes.
(Classic) English Pale Ale
5.1
Maltiness
Hoppiness
Alcohol
Aromas of nuts, caramel, dried fruits and raisins. Taste is
slightly sweet and a trace drying with a nice hop finish.
Brewed with the original historic Bass yeast strain, select hop varieties and specialty malts
to produce an alluring chestnut hue.
Hops bitterness contrasts with spicy,heat-charred, smoky or aromatic flavorssuch as those in Stilton and blue cheese.
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(Light) Hard Cider (Naturally
Gluten-free)
4.04.5
Maltiness
Hoppiness
Alcohol
Slightly sweet cider with a crisp apple flavor for a light,
refreshing taste.
Brewed with all natural ingredients including apples and a natural sweetener. Does not use
barley creating a naturally gluten-free beverage.
Compliments oysters, chicken and a broad selection of cheeses.
American Amber/
Red Lager (Gluten-free)
4.0
Maltiness
Hoppiness
Alcohol
Redbridge is a gluten-free beer that has a distinctively
fruity citrus hop aroma, a sweet toasted grain flavor.
The primary ingredient is sorghum. Brewed using imported Hallertau and domestic
Cascade hops. Also made with yeast, water, hops and corn without using wheat or barley.
Pairs well with chicken primavera made with gluten-free pasta and cheeses
like Gouda and Camembert.
ALES
The fruity, estery taste
of ales is created
by combining
top-fermenting
ale yeast and
warmer temperatures.
• Top-fermenting yeast
• Warmer temperatures
• Fruity, robust flavors
AN EXPERT’S GUIDE TO APPRECIATING BEERThis handy guide – a companion to the beer school, will help you choose the right beer style to enhance any food occasion. The most popular varieties of ales, ciders and gluten-free offerings are described below. On the reverse side of this guide, you’ll find descriptions of some of the most popular varieties of lagers.
* Alcohol content varies in some states due to state laws.
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CLASSIC EXAMPLE BEER STYLE
GLASS /COLOR
% ALC /VOL* BALANCE CHART TASTING NOTES BREWING NOTES FOOD PAIRINGS
SPECIALTY
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Maltiness
Hoppiness
Alcohol
These beers offer a warming and full-bodied taste with
a pleasant fruity aroma rounded out by tart and zesty notes.
Best enjoyed over ice.
Brewed with a blend of barley malt, hops and all-natural fruit and other flavors to produce
a unique twist on the traditional beer.
Pairs well with grilled citrus shrimp or fruity salads with light vinaigrette dressings.
LAGERS
Classic American (Adjunct) NA Lager
0.5
Maltiness
Hoppiness
Alcohol
A medium-bodied non-alcoholic lager, with subtle fruit notes,
with a sweet and bitter balance for a clean, snappy finish.
Brewed with time-honored methods using imported and domestic bittering
hops for an unparalleled balance.
Complements Pan-Asian dishes, salads, sushi and feta cheese.
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MUL RED(Use PANTONE 186 C)
MUL DARK GRAY(Use PANTONE 8422 C)
MUL LIGHT GRAY(Use PANTONE Cool Gray 3 C)
MUL CREAM(Use PANTONE 9064 C)
MUL DARK BLUE(Use PANTONE Reflex Blue C)
MUL LIGHT BLUE(Use PANTONE 2935 C)
MUL DARK RED(Use PANTONE 201 C)
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Light Lager 4.04.2
Maltiness
Hoppiness
Alcohol
Light-bodied with a smooth refreshing taste complemented by subtle fruit and citrus aromas.
Brewed using the finest barley malt, select grains, hops and an extended mashing process
to create a refreshing beer with lower alcohol.
Complements lemongrass, ginger, garlic,cilantro; adds depth to light dishes such as spring
rolls salads. Pairs well with Brie cheese.
Light Lager 4.2
Maltiness
Hoppiness
Alcohol
Slight malt sweetness with exotic fruity aroma and
a clean citrus finish.
Brewed using two-row specialty malts, natural grains, the choicest
hops and natural flavors.
Caesar salad, poached salmon and key lime pie. Also a great
complement to spicy ethnic foods.
Classic American
Light Lager
4.24.36.0
Maltiness
Hoppiness
Alcohol
Delicate malt sweetness, light-bodied, highlighted by
a fresh and crisp finish.
Combination of barley malts, domestic and imported hops, and rice for superior drinkability.
Complements lemongrass, ginger, garlic,cilantro and similar flavors; adds depth to
light dishes such as spring rolls and salads.
Classic American (Adjunct)
Lager
4.65.05.0
Maltiness
Hoppiness
Alcohol
Medium-bodied lagers, subtle fruit notes, with a sweet and bitter balance for a clean, snappy finish.
Brewed with time-honored methods using the choicest barley malts, imported and domestic
bittering hops, and aroma hops.
Complements rich, aromatic, spicy and smoky foods such as chili, BBQ ribs, grilled chicken and beef.
European Pale Lager 5.0
Maltiness
Hoppiness
Alcohol
A classic Belgian lager that has exceptional clarity, toasted malt notes and spicy floral hop finish.
Brewed using the finest natural ingredients-water, barley malt, non-malted grains and Stella Artois unique yeast strain.
Works well with salmon, tuna and marbled meats; bitterness offers pleasing contrast with sweet
reductions and sauces.
German Pilsner
5.06.0
Maltiness
Hoppiness
Alcohol
With a distinctive bitterness and hoppy bouquet, these beers deliver a robust, full-bodied taste.
Brewed in accordance with the German Purity Law of 1516 using only top-grade barley, hand-selected
hops, and a seasoned strain of yeast.
Works well with marbled steaks and with peppered goat cheese. The bitterness offers pleasing contrast
with sweet reductions and sauces.
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BCW SILVER(Use PANTONE 877 C)
BCW BLACK(Use PANTONE Process Black C)
BCW WHITE(Use SPOT WHITE)
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MUA RED(Use PANTONE 186 C)
MUA BROWN(Use PANTONE 476 C)
MUA DARK GOLD(Use PANTONE 874 C)
MUA CREAM(Use PANTONE 9064 C)
MUA LIGHT GOLD(Use PANTONE 7502 C)
MUA LIGHT BROWN(Use PANTONE 160 C)
MUA DARK RED(Use PANTONE 201 C)
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American Amber/Red
Lager
5.26.0
Maltiness
Hoppiness
Alcohol
Amber in color with aroma notes of toasted malts and Noble
Hops. Features a full rich taste while creating a smooth finish.
Using a combination of barley malt and specialty malts to attain the amber color, these beers are finished with domestic and
European hops for a great balance.
Pairs well with creamy pasta, smoked meat and BBQ dishes. Also complements smoked
cheeses like Gouda.
Bock (Dark Lager) 5.2
Maltiness
Hoppiness
Alcohol
Features a rich nutty aroma, gentle hint of caramel malt
sweetness, with a deep malty body and tall head.
Brewed with 100% imported dark-roasted black and caramel malts and premium all-imported hops.
Sweetness balances strong spicecomponents and intense flavors of Cajun,
jerk, slow-roasted and seared foods. Also pairs well with deserts like crème brule.
LAGERS
Lagers are fermented with
bottom-fermenting
lager yeast at cooler
temperatures than those
used to ferment ales,
typically producing a drier,
crisper beer with less
fruity characteristics.
• Bottom-fermenting yeast
• Colder temperatures
• Crisp, delicate flavor
MUST BE 21. ENJOY RESPONSIBLY
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* Alcohol content varies in some states due to state laws.