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danielle danielle
 
M$3 March 21, 2009 07:46 PM

What is the best microbrew for a summer bbq?

What is the best microbrew?
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albanian albanian
 
 March 25, 2009 10:02 AM
Just because a bbq takes place in the summer doesn't mean you need a "summer" brew. Your beer should match the flavors of your meal. Most bbq's are strong flavored, with a fair amount of both saltiness and sweetness. You don't want a heavy or a sweet beer, but you also don't want a light or wheat beer that will not hold its own. I think an IPA, any good IPA, would be the best bet. After all, they were designed to be served in India, which is plenty hot. There are lots of good microbrew IPA's, Sierra Nevada is excellent. But support your local brewery if you have one!


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mac5150 mac5150
 
March 21, 2009 07:56 PM
Fat Tire or Sunshine Wheat from New Belgium Brewery are my picks. Sunshine Wheat is the preferred summer drink for our family. We get a couple of kegs a year for Memorial and Labor day.
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http://www.newbelgium.com


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studiooned... studiooned...
 
March 21, 2009 09:58 PM
Depending on where you live, BridgePort Brewing's India Pale Ale (IPA) should be accessible and quite affordable. I find that drinking IPA (BridgePort's or in general) with food opens up the palette to flavors you wouldn't normally taste, with BBQ this is an obvious plus.

BridgePort's IPA will pack a hoppy punch for those more familiar with Budweiser and other popular brand lagers. Overall the beer is balanced and does have a smoothness catering to the hops.
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http://beeradvocate.com/beer/profile/43/466
http://www.bridgeportbrew.com


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stimy stimy
 
March 21, 2009 11:45 PM
Well it could depend on where you live as many micros don't distribute around the country. In any case a top pick (and one available throughout the US) would be Sierra Nevada Pale Ale. It's light enough to quench thirst during hot weather and still has a nice citrusy hop kick to enjoy the beer on it's own. The alcohol isn't too high, so you can put back a few of them without falling over. It also pairs well with bbq'ed food.
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www.sierranevada.com


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viridicus viridicus
 
March 22, 2009 01:54 AM
Precisely what I was going to suggest. Sierra Nevada is a dietary staple in my hometown for summer BBQ's.

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dcanswerer dcanswerer
 
March 21, 2009 11:53 PM
I'm a big fan of Leinenkugel's Sunset Wheat. Very tasty, and with a summer flavor. Also, Magic Hat is always a winner at bbqs in the summer. The #9 is typically the most popular variety of Magic Hat. And it's not exactly a microbrew, but Sam Adams Summer Ale is fantastic.

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skywarrior skywarrior
 
March 22, 2009 08:40 PM
Moose Drool
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http://www.bigskybrew.com/index.aspx/Our_Beers


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infomaven infomaven
 
March 23, 2009 04:08 PM
Depending on where you live the answer changes. Basically, all summer beers are going to be wheaty or a little fruity. Some of my personal favorites, as a Wisconsin micro-brew lover are...
Spotted Cow from New Glarus Brewery
Bell's Oberon
Furthermore's Fatty Boombalatty (which is also fun to order)

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albanian albanian
 
March 25, 2009 09:56 AM
I know a lot of wheat and lighter beers are marketed as summer beers, but I really can't see why. Other, of course, than their opposites being popular as winter beers. With outdoor food, at any rate, I think you need a more hearty beer.

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