GUIDE TO FOOD PAIRING

Lagers and Ales provide their best flavor when served at a temperature of 40-50°F, use the following list to matchup beer styles with various Blue Point Brewing fresh Ales and Lagers and choose the kind that will best go with the meal you’re serving.

LAGERS: are fermented with bottom-fermenting yeast at cooler temperatures than those used to ferment ales, typically producing a drier, crisper beer with less fruity characteristics.
Lager attributes: Bottom-fermenting yeast / Colder temperatures / Crisp, delicate flavor

ALES: the fruity, estery taste of ales is created with top-fermenting ale yeast and warmer temperatures.
Ale attributes: Top-fermenting yeast / Warmer temperatures / Fruity, robust flavor

PAIRING WITH LAGERS

BPBC Toasted Lager (American-Style Amber Lager)

Profile: Copper in color, this unique “toasted” brew is made from 6 different malts and produces an exceptional, long-lasting smooth finish
Food Pairing: Sweetness pairs well with sun-dried tomato reduction sauces; balanced hopping complements foods flavored with basil and oregano.
Cheese Pairing: Manchego
Drinking Utensil: Pint Glass

Balance:
Maltiness (sweet): • • • • •
Hoppiness (bitter): • • • • •
Alcohol (level): • • • • •

BPBC Summer Ale

Profile: Most popular style worldwide, brewed with a substantial portion of wheat & barley making a light, tart, refreshing, thirst-quenching Ale
Food Pairing: Complements lemongrass, ginger, garlic, cilantro and similar flavors; adds depth to light dishes such as spring rolls and salads.
Cheese Pairing: Morbier
Drinking Utensil: Pint Glass

Balance:
Maltiness (sweet): • • • • •
Hoppiness (bitter): • • • • •
Alcohol (level): • • • • •

BPBC Pumpkin Ale

Profile: A malt beverage brewed with pumpkin, squash and spices into a spicy, orange-copper, amber ale with a soft woodsy foam head
Food Pairing: Offers the perfect contrast to Thai, Pan-Asian, Latino Fusion, Mexican, Peruvian and other spicy cuisines.
Cheese Pairing: Brie
Drinking Utensil: Pint Glass
Balance:
Maltiness (sweet): • • • • •
Hoppiness (bitter): • • • • •
Alcohol (level): • • • • •

BPBC Golden Ale

Profile: A deliciously beautiful gold ale brewed with plenty of wheat and barley malts, offering a unique, thirst-quenching citrus-tart
Food Pairing: Works well with salmon, tuna & other high-fat, oily fish and with marbled meats; bitterness offers pleasing contrast with sweet reductions and sauces.
Cheese Pairing: Chèvre
Drinking Utensil: Pilsner Glass

Balance:
Maltiness (sweet): • • • • •
Hoppiness (bitter): • • • • •
Alcohol (level): • • • • •

BPBC Oktoberfest (Märzen-Style)

Profile: A special malty amber lager that is stored cold for 2 months to ensure its distinct smooth flavor
Food Pairing: Caramelization of malts complements that of char-grilled and seared meats or hearty, spicy Mexican dishes.
Cheese Pairing: Smoked Gouda
Drinking Utensil: Mug

Balance:
Maltiness (sweet): • • • • •
Hoppiness (bitter): • • • • •
Alcohol (level): • • • • •

BPBC Oatmeal Stout

Profile: A rich, deeply malted extravaganza of a beer, pale, crystal, chocolate & roasted malts
Food Pairing: Rich sweetness balances strong spice components & intense flavors of Cajun, jerk, slow-roasted and seared foods.
Cheese Pairing: White Cheddar
Drinking Utensil: Goblet

Balance:
Maltiness (sweet): • • • • •
Hoppiness (bitter): • • • • •
Alcohol (level): • • • • •

PAIRING WITH ALES:

BP Toxic Sludge (Black IPA)

Profile: Pure, unpasteurized Black India Pale Ale featuring west coast hops, a roasty malt character and a thick toffee head for charity
Food Pairing: Complements salads with light citrus dressings and feta or goat cheese as well as ceviches and other light, citrus-flavored dishes.
Cheese Pairing: Smoked Gouda
Drinking Utensil: Pint Glass

Balance:
Maltiness (sweet): • • • • •
Hoppiness (bitter): • • • • •
Alcohol (level): • • • • •

BPBC Blueberry Ale

Profile: A distinctive, thirst-quenching ale brewed with 132 lbs of fresh blueberries turn-out this perfectly wonderful beer with a revitalizing aroma
Food Pairing: Complements the lighter elements of foods like seared scallops and oil-cooked garlic shrimp, while adding a refreshing flavor contrast.
Cheese Pairing: Chèvre
Drinking Utensil: Weizen Glass

Balance:
Maltiness (sweet): • • • • •
Hoppiness (bitter): • • • • •
Alcohol (level): • • • • •

BPBC Double Blond

Profile: Ingredients such as European honey malt and cane sugar give this Amsterdam inspired “strong ale” just the right sweetness and body
Food Pairing: Classically paired with weisswurst (white sausage); contrasts with pungent, intense aromatics such as mustard flavors, pickles, horseradish and cured meats.
Cheese Pairing: Aged Gouda
Drinking Utensil: Weizen Glass

Balance:
Maltiness (sweet): • • • • •
Hoppiness (bitter): • • • • •
Alcohol (level): • • • • •

BPBC Spring Fling Ale

Profile: A copper ale with a perfect balance between malty flavor and zesty spice, creates an exquisite, crisp and refreshing “Spring Fling”
Food Pairing: Pairs perfectly with sweet, hot, or spicy foods including many Asian dishes, chili, mango or jalapeño salsa.
Cheese Pairing: Brie
Drinking Utensil: Mug

Balance:
Maltiness (sweet): • • • • •
Hoppiness (bitter): • • • • •
Alcohol (level): • • • • •

BPBC Pale Ale

Profile: Refreshing, malty sweetness balanced by hoppy bitterness, top-fermented & hopped at 4 stages, an immediate floral-citrus taste
Food Pairing: Hops bitterness contrasts with spicy, heat-charred, smoky, or aromatic flavors such as those in Stilton and blue cheese
Cheese Pairing: Blue Cheese
Drinking Utensil: Pint Glass

Balance:
Maltiness (sweet): • • • • •
Hoppiness (bitter): • • • • •
Alcohol (level): • • • • •

BPBC Hoptical Illusion – India Pale Ale (IPA)

Profile: Increased maltiness with prominent hoppy aroma & flavor that tantalizes the tastebuds
Food Pairing: Complements intensely flavorful, highly spiced dishes, such as curry, and bold, sweet desserts like flourless chocolate cake and crème brulée
Cheese Pairing: Provolone
Drinking Utensil: Pint Glass

Balance:
Maltiness (sweet): • • • • •
Hoppiness (bitter): • • • • •
Alcohol (level): • • • • •

BPBC 10th Anniversary – India Pale Ale (IPA)

Profile: Finest Euro Malts & American Hops has a huge earthy, dry hop aroma followed by a pleasant caramel sweetness
Food Pairing: Complements rich, aromatic, spicy and smoked foods such as chili, BBQ ribs, grilled chicken, and beef.
Cheese Pairing: Gruyère
Drinking Utensil: Pint Glass

Balance:
Maltiness (sweet): • • • • •
Hoppiness (bitter): • • • • •
Alcohol (level): • • • • •

BPBC Brown Beaver Pilsner

Profile: A crisp, hoppy, citrusy-spin on a classic, well balanced German pilsner, but with better lacing
Food Pairing: Pairs well with roasted pork, smoked sausage and hearty foods; complements the nutty flavors of chicken satay, cashew chicken, pecan pie and peanut sauces.
Cheese Pairing: Cheddar
Drinking Utensil: Pint Glass

Balance:
Maltiness (sweet): • • • • •
Hoppiness (bitter): • • • • •
Alcohol (level): • • • • •

BPBC Winter Ale

Profile: Hearty and robust amber ale made with Pale, Vienna, Crystals and Chocolate Malt
Food Pairing: Works well with smoked meats, especially bacon; complements chocolate-, espresso- and coffee-flavored desserts and soft, creamy cheeses.
Cheese Pairing: Gorgonzola
Drinking Utensil: Mug

Balance:
Maltiness (sweet): • • • • •
Hoppiness (bitter): • • • • •
Alcohol (level): • • • • •

BPBC Sour Cherry Imperial Stout

Profile: Complex Russian-Style beer, plenty of roasted black and chocolate malts
Food Pairing: Highlights the nuttiness and braised, caramelized integrity of dishes with brown, savory sauces; complements silky, salty foods like oysters on the half shell.
Cheese Pairing: Aged Gouda
Drinking Utensil: Pint Glass

Balance:
Maltiness (sweet): • • • • •
Hoppiness (bitter): • • • • •
Alcohol (level): • • • • •

BPBC Old Howling Bastard (Barley Wine-Style Ale)

Profile: Strong natural sweetness with a slight hoppy bitterness
Food Pairing: Strength of flavor often overpowers main dishes; better suited as a complement with strong cheeses or rich, sweet chocolate and caramel desserts.
Cheese Pairing: Stilton
Drinking Utensil: Snifter

Balance:
Maltiness (sweet): • • • • •
Hoppiness (bitter): • • • • •
Alcohol (level): • • • • • • (we added an extra dot)

BPBC RastafaRye Ale

Profile: Hearty rye malt blended with fresh west coast hops, results in a delicious, deep copper ale with just the right touch of Rye
Food Pairing: Can complement light, fruity dishes; best served as a companion with after-meal foods like desserts featuring fruit or dark chocolate.
Cheese Pairing: Blue Cheddar
Drinking Utensil: Flute

Balance:
Maltiness (sweet): • • • • •
Hoppiness (bitter): • • • • •
Alcohol (level): • • • • •