What Foods Pair Best with Pumpkin Beer? Pairing our Tiger in Paradise Pumpkin Ale with Fall Favorites
Ah, fall. The leaves turn golden, and pumpkins appear in everything from lattes to our very own Tiger in Paradise Pumpkin Ale. San Juan Brew's pumpkin ale is silky and full-bodied with warm, comforting pumpkin pie spice aromas. But what food pairs well with pumpkin beer, you ask? Read on to find out.
Unveiling Tiger in Paradise Pumpkin Ale
Imagine a beer that feels like a cozy blanket on a crisp fall evening. That's our Tiger in Paradise. This luscious brew features a blended malt profile, including Maris Otter, Crystal Light & Medium, Flaked Barley, and Amber, all melded with 40 pounds of real pumpkin. What is our Head Brewer's favorite thing about this beer? Its full-bodied, silky texture makes it the perfect comforting fall brew.
The Star Pairing: Chicken Bacon Blue Burger
Now, onto pairing the pumpkin ale with our staff's favorite sandwich: the Chicken Bacon Blue Burger. This burger features grilled herb-marinated chicken, arugula, crispy bacon, blue cheese, red onion, and Girl Meets Dirt's Orange Peppered Pear Preserve.
There are a few layers to this pairing. First, we've got the blue cheese: a classic pumpkin ale pairing in craft beer. The earthy, pungent, and tangy flavors of blue cheese perfectly complement the beer's fall spice flavors. Girl Meets Dirt's Orange Peppered Pear Preserves adds a sweet, tangy contrast, adding complexity to each bite.
Why is this pairing the talk of the town?
Complementary Flavors: The savory, creamy blue cheese and the warm spices in the ale are like two peas in a pod.
Textural Delight: The burger's crisp bacon and arugula add a delightful crunch that contrasts beautifully with the beer's silky mouthfeel.
Balanced Sweetness: The Orange Peppered Pear Preserve ties it all together with a hint of sweetness that echoes the beer’s subtle pumpkin notes.
More Pairing Suggestions for Tiger in Paradise
But why stop there? Tiger in Paradise is a versatile brew that pairs well with a variety of dishes. Here are some more food pairings to try:
Curries
The gentle heat and rich spice of a well-made curry can highlight the subtle spice in the ale. Whether it's a Thai green curry or a classic Indian butter chicken, the beer's full-bodied character will hold its own.
Butternut Squash Soup
A bowl of creamy, roasted butternut squash soup is the perfect complement to our pumpkin ale. The earthy sweetness of the squash complements the beer's pumpkin base.
Peanut Soup
A less common but equally delicious choice, peanut soup's nutty richness is balanced by the beer's spice, offering a unique and satisfying pairing experience.
Traditional Thanksgiving Dinner
The comforting spices in the ale mirror the traditional flavors of a Thanksgiving feast, making it the ideal beverage to toast with during the holidays.
Join Us This Fall
So, whether you're a foodie, a beer enthusiast, or both, Tiger in Paradise Pumpkin Ale awaits you. Remember to bring that one distant relative who insists pumpkin beer is just a fad. Once they taste that perfect pairing, they'll wonder why they ever doubted the mighty gourd. Cheers to fall, and to expanding your palate.
