Easter Beers?

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  1. nick0417

    nick0417 Initiate (0) Jun 13, 2014 Illinois

    While Easter may not be the most universally celebrated holiday, I think it's safe to assume many of us will be getting together with family and friends for a nice meal. Any thoughts on what you're planning to crack open/pair with the meal?

    For us, my wife and I usually do a main course of fish - salmon, most of the time - with some fresh spring veggies and some method potato prep. Of course, there are also a few apps of cheese and nuts, maybe some deviled eggs.

    I usually go Belgian - refreshing, spritzy, and versatile. This year maybe a Westmalle Tripel with the meal, maybe a Duvel or Orval or two with the apps.

    You?
     
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  2. LordSMAF

    LordSMAF Initiate (0) Mar 5, 2011 New Jersey

    Got a four-pack of this:

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    #2 LordSMAF, Mar 22, 2016
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  3. nick0417

    nick0417 Initiate (0) Jun 13, 2014 Illinois

    The wife usually makes a delicious carrot cake for dessert. Methinks a nice, big American barleywine for a dynamite pairing.
     
    #3 nick0417, Mar 22, 2016
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  4. ONovoMexicano

    ONovoMexicano Initiate (0) Jun 14, 2012 New Mexico

    Cuvee van De Keizer Blauw
    Aecht Schlenkerla Fastenbier
    Tripel Karmeliet

    Those are three beers I will involve with my Easter.
     
    #4 ONovoMexicano, Mar 22, 2016
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  5. gopens44

    gopens44 Grand Pooh-Bah (3,560) Aug 9, 2010 Virginia
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    I have no good reason why, but I have always gravitated towards Weinhenstephaner Hefeweizen for Easter dinner, so it's kind of become my Easter beer.
     
    #5 gopens44, Mar 22, 2016
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  6. nick0417

    nick0417 Initiate (0) Jun 13, 2014 Illinois

    I could see that, especially depending on the evening meal. Super solid choice.
     
    #6 nick0417, Mar 22, 2016
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  7. Lingenbrau

    Lingenbrau Grand Pooh-Bah (4,853) Apr 9, 2011 Oregon
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    Do they still make this? It was delicious in the past. Cheers!
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    #7 Lingenbrau, Mar 22, 2016
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  8. wilso411

    wilso411 Initiate (0) Nov 6, 2015 Michigan

    Anything hoppy.
     
    #8 wilso411, Mar 22, 2016
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  9. mrhartounian

    mrhartounian Initiate (0) Nov 23, 2009 Massachusetts

    Pretty Things Fluffy White Rabbits used to be my go to Easter Beer. Guess I need to find a substitute. Suppose Houblon Chouffe will do just fine!
     
    #9 mrhartounian, Mar 22, 2016
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  10. HuskyHawk

    HuskyHawk Initiate (0) Jun 5, 2014 Massachusetts

    I don't usually go Belgian, but given the attacks on Brussels today, I may make an exception this year.
     
    #10 HuskyHawk, Mar 22, 2016
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  11. mrdonno1970

    mrdonno1970 Initiate (0) Jan 30, 2011 Texas

    I second that :wink::slight_smile:
     
    #11 mrdonno1970, Mar 22, 2016
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  12. mrdonno1970

    mrdonno1970 Initiate (0) Jan 30, 2011 Texas

    Too soon? [​IMG]
     
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  13. fredmugs

    fredmugs Initiate (0) Aug 11, 2012 Indiana

    Wow! Hoppy and Rabbit beers for Easter?

    How about Even More Jesus? Double Barrel Jesus?
     
    #13 fredmugs, Mar 22, 2016
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    fredmugs Initiate (0) Aug 11, 2012 Indiana

    LOL @Too soon!
     
    #14 fredmugs, Mar 22, 2016
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  15. fredmugs

    fredmugs Initiate (0) Aug 11, 2012 Indiana

    Unfortunately my Biggest Loser contest ends on Monday so probably no Easter beer for me. Monday I'm weighing in and cracking a KBS.
     
    #15 fredmugs, Mar 22, 2016
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  16. nick0417

    nick0417 Initiate (0) Jun 13, 2014 Illinois

    Good luck! And enjoy that KBS!
     
    #16 nick0417, Mar 22, 2016
  17. JAStheAce

    JAStheAce Initiate (0) Apr 25, 2009 Florida

    Any maple/coffee "breakfast" stout should suffice. Also, Aventinus is great for all occasions and the purple label (old bottles) is a nice touch in keeping with the Easter theme.
     
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  18. beer_me_phl

    beer_me_phl Devotee (379) Aug 26, 2010 Pennsylvania

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  19. nick0417

    nick0417 Initiate (0) Jun 13, 2014 Illinois

    Good to see so many folks are planning to get together, share beers, food, etc. Easter, at least in my house growing up, was always a lesser celebrated holiday and only came into something bigger when I got married. Religious association aside, any excuse to come together and share good food and drink, right?
     
    #19 nick0417, Mar 22, 2016
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  20. horsehockey

    horsehockey Initiate (0) Jul 31, 2014 Illinois

    I'm with the OP on the lighter Belgian spectrum. I'll probably have a few Saisons. La Fin Du Monde would be nice too.
     
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