Enjoying world class craft beer isn’t the only perk to living in this great city and region – we’re also surrounded by a thriving food culture. It’s a veritable paradise with farmers growing a diverse range of foods throughout the year and everyone from home enthusiasts to the most talented professional chefs making use of their ingredients.

So, what foods pair well with our beers? The truth about beer and food pairing is that you can’t count on vague rules like “try amber ale with chicken”. Instead focus on matching aroma and flavor intensities. It’s as simple as bringing together delicate beers with delicate foods and strongly flavored beers with strongly flavored foods. For instance the Upright Four is perfect with traditionally steamed mussels while a beer like the Five would do much better if the mussels were baked with a potent chile or garlic and gruyere sauce. Of course this method of pairing requires a bit more effort and thought but the joy of experimenting with new combinations throughout the seasons is more than worth it. Often the most simple combinations yield the highest degree of satisfaction and we encourage everyone to enjoy our beers with locally made artisanal bread, cheeses and charcuterie.