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                                  Celebration Blog Post

                                  Beer vs. Wine…Why Not Both?

                                  Maybe you’re a staunch beer-drinker who’s open to being not-so-staunch, or a serious wine-sipper who’s considering sampling some brews?

                                  We’re into the long and lazy days of summer, and you’ve got a little extra time on your hands. Why not be adventurous and start exploring some great new drink options?

                                  We’ve got suggestions that will take you outside your usual, while keeping with the flavours and mouth-feel you already know you like!

                                  Light and easy-to-drink



                                  Beer: Lager and pilsner
                                  Wine: Sparkling wines, such as cava and prosecco

                                  If you like your drinks to be light, lively, and easy-to-drink, beers like lagers and pilsners, and dryer sparkling wines like cavas and proseccos, tend to be crisp, fresh and bubbly. 

                                  They’re a great option for cooling down on hot summer days, and they’re easy-drinking and easy to pair with lots of your favourite meals!

                                  Smooth, crisp and a little bit sweet



                                  Beer: Wheat ale
                                  Wine: Chardonnay or sémillon

                                  If you enjoy crispness, but crave a bit more richness, wheat ale as well as buttery chardonnay or sémillon are all great choices! 

                                  The smooth, creamy mouth-feel and touch of sweetness found in these beers and wines are often cut with a bit of crisp citrus for a balanced and satisfying taste.

                                  Well-balanced and flavourful



                                  Beer: Pale ale
                                  Wine: Gamay or pinot noir

                                  Do you like full, rich flavour without too much heaviness? Pale ales as well as light red wines like as gamay and pinot noir are the perfect balance!

                                  You’ll get interesting flavours without too much bitterness, and just enough body without weighing you down.

                                  Spicy and complex



                                  Beer: IPA
                                  Wine: Cabernet franc or carménère

                                  Are you someone who enjoys sweet AND savoury? IPAs as well as cabernet franc and carménère wines have interesting and complex flavour profiles! You can also expect a good balance between bitter and sweet, with a bit of fruitiness.

                                  Deep and earthy



                                  Beer: Porter
                                  Wine: Chianti or Bordeaux 

                                  Do you like your beverages to have punch? Rich, deep and earthy are all great ways to describe porters as well as fuller reds such as chianti and Bordeaux. The chocolaty, coffee and natural flavours found in these drinks aren’t just delicious, they also pair perfectly with rich and grilled dishes!

                                  So what do you think? Are you willing to make a switch and try something new?

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