Tag: Beer Cocktails

  
The Breckenridge Kindred Spirits by

In The Breckenridge, IPA adds hints of grapefruit and bitterness to a refreshing, gin-based beer cocktail.

Breakfast of Champions Kindred Spirits by

Bring the beer cocktail concept to breakfast with the Breakfast of Champions, a coffee-infused martini made with vodka and rich Coffee Stout.

Hop Dog Kindred Spirits by

Freshly pressed grapefruit juice, gin and a medium-bodied Pale Ale come together to create Hop Dog, a refreshing cocktail with a hoppy twist.

KC Streetcar Kindred Spirits by

This cocktail was inspired by the classic Sidecar, a combination of spirit, curaçao and lemon. For a Kansas City twist, use smoked bitters and wheat beer from Boulevard Brewing.

Red Velvet Kindred Spirits by

A nod to the classic black velvet shandy, this beer cocktail uses Chinotto soda to play on the cola-like character of Flemish Reds and a dash of floral crème de violette.

Anchor’s Cup Kindred Spirits by

Incorporate Anchor Steam, an iconic Bay Area brew, and Junípero Gin, San Francisco’s original craft gin, to create a cocktail that celebrates not only San Francisco, but also a new-age drinking tradition.

Proud Mary Kindred Spirits by

Pickled okra and a slice of bacon garnish this nitro Stout spin on a classic bloody mary cocktail.

End of Days Kindred Spirits by

End of Days melds three elements: agave spirit, American IPA and bitterness. The earthy, peppery notes of blanco tequila play very well with the citrus and pine notes of an American IPA. And the IPA is complemented by the bitter orange flavor of Campari.

La Vita Alta Kindred Spirits by

A can of Pale Ale combines with a splash of orange juice and a shot of Aperol to create a beer cocktail with Italian class.

Summer Beer Flip Kindred Spirits by

The combination of rum, apricot marmalade, chocolate bitters and Victory Prima Pils create a beer cocktail that tastes like an orange creamsicle with a bright, bitter twist. A full egg also brings a creamy aspect to this flip.

Galangal Root Shandy Kindred Spirits by

A syrup made with honey and leftover galangal root from a homemade stir-fry night adds flavor to Hell, an unfiltered Helles lager from Surly Brewing Co.

Side Kick Kindred Spirits by

This punch was made for the 2012 Superbowl, and then formulated to a pint cocktail for an event at Prohibition Pig. The idea was to showcase a Hill Farmstead citrus-forward IPA in a beer cocktail.

Beer Brunch Party-Gyle by

Forget the waffle house—you can have a better, cheaper and longer brunch session in your own home. And whether ringing headaches are demanding hair-of-the-dog or it’s a perfectly healthy situation, getting a little buzz from beer or classic brunch cocktails is a pretty good way to ease into the weekend.

Let’s Do (Vegan) Beer Lunch Cooking with Beer by

Unless you are a meat eater, you may have never experienced the wonderful combination of flavors in the iconic Reuben sandwich. Use the smoky, almost meaty flavors of a Rauchbier or Smoked Porter to bring umami and flavor to tofu and re-create this classic meal.

Oatmeal Flip Kindred Spirits by

Designed to pair with oatmeal cookie ice cream, this cocktail relies on Larkin’s Irish Stout from Providence’s Revival Brewing to make it dry, while also helping it become a rich and frothy dessert drink.

Five and Dime Kindred Spirits by

Make a root beer float with Root liqueur, a touch of maple syrup for earthy sweetness, egg white for creamy texture, and a dark beer to add carbonation.

Ryeders on the Storm Kindred Spirits by

Moonshine and rye beer combine with a bourbon vanilla bean butter batter in this smoky cocktail designed for an End of the World-themed dinner.

Father Frank Kindred Spirits by

A cocktail inspired by Fernet Branca, the bracingly bitter Italian amaro, and the quintessential San Francisco beer, Anchor Steam.

Strangers on a Train Kindred Spirits by

A cocktail made with Cape Cod cranberry liqueur, floral BarSol Pisco, citrusy pamplemousse and a spicy Saison.

The Moorish Idol Kindred Spirits by

This gin, honey and spiced beer cocktail won the US National portion of the Caorunn Gin Storyteller’s Global Challenge 2012 held at Tales of the Cocktail in New Orleans.

Emily’s Folie Kindred Spirits by

In Emily’s Folie, an after-dinner cocktail, a sour beer combines with peach brandy, cognac and honey to create the flavor of a peach tart.

The Rusty Apricot Kindred Spirits by

In a Rusty Apricot, the bitterness of an IPA is cut by the sweetness of cider, making for an excellent morning refreshment, or a gateway to hoppy beer for the non-indoctrinated.

The Nebraska Shandy Kindred Spirits by

Gin, ginger beer and lemon juice complement Nebraska Brewing Co.’s Infinite Wit Witbier in this beer cocktail.

Apéritif #2 Kindred Spirits by

An effervescent drink inspired by a dish at The Catbird Seat in Nashville that needed a pairing: a raw abalone course that involved sour beer as part of the sauce.