SECTION: BLUETOAST: Beer Mixes Well in Cocktails
99 Problems But A Beer Ain’t One
Bartenders
are experimenting with beer in cocktails. It appears that mixologists
in European countries like France and Belgium have known about beer’s
unique appeal and flavor in mixed drinks for a long time; we are just
catching on here in the States. With the beergarita, sisters chug a
brew at the tailgate parties with the fellas without compromising their
diva licenses.
Beergarita Ingredients: Directions: |
 Samuel AdamsGreat for those who want a little more than the average American beer. The lager is pleasant in taste and has a sweet aftertaste with a nice hint of citrus fruit. |
 Heineken The most popular Holland import since Dutch Masters, Heineken has a crisp taste without too much of an aftertaste. |
 Budweiser The King of (American) Beers, Budweiser, is refreshing and with a hint of sweetness you get a rich malted flavor that gives way to a crisp hoppy finish. |
 Yuengling Despite the name, it’s about as American as you can get. This is a flavorful beer you can turn up while grilling burgers and franks or just watching TV. |
 Newcastle One of America’s oldest beers, Newcastle’s flavor is fairly mild with a hint of caramel sweetness. The beer is well-balanced and the hops are just powerful enough to cut through the sweet aftertaste. |
 Red Stripe The bottle gives this Jamaican favorite the illusion of being a dark beer, but it’s actually pretty light and a perfect after-dinner brew — if you’re looking for something with a distinctively crisp taste. |
 Dos Equis Don’t you want to drink what the president, the most important man in the world drinks? Of course you do. |
