Ice Cream and Beer Pairings
Why stop at beer or ice cream when you can have both? Beer and ice cream may seem like an unlikely pairing, but the combination of bold craft brews with rich, creamy desserts can create unforgettable flavor experiences.
We’ve teamed up with some of our favorite breweries to bring you three must-try pairings that blend the best of craft beer and frozen treats.
These pairings are not just for beer lovers, they’re for anyone looking to try something new and exciting.
Maplewood’s Cuppa Neat + Coffee Ice Cream
According to Adam Smith, Special Projects Manager at Maplewood Brewery & Distillery, the Cuppa Neat is the only version of their Cuppa series without coffee, but that’s where the coffee ice cream comes in. The ice cream brings out rich, roasted flavors, making it a perfect match and you’ll be wondering why this combination isn’t already a staple.
Noon Whistle’s Mango Smack Sour Ale + Raspberry Sorbet
Joe Condon, Creative & Marketing Director at Noon Whistle, recommends pairing their Mango Smack Sour Ale with raspberry sorbet to create a vibrant and refreshing flavor combination. The ale’s tangy and tropical mango notes beautifully enhance the sweet and tart essence of the raspberry sorbet, intensifying the fruity experience. The sourness of the ale cuts through the sorbet’s fruity sweetness, combining to create a blast of delicious fruity flavors. Together, the fruity notes of each element elevate one another, making this pairing super refreshing and an instant classic for anyone looking to raise their dessert game with a touch of craft beer magic.
Goose Island’s Sofie + Pistachio Ice Cream
Max Bakker, Master Cicerone® at Annhauser-Busch recommends pairing Sofie with pistachio ice cream for a fun flavor contrast. The creamy sweetness of the ice cream, combined with the salty pistachios and hints of cherry and almond, plays off Sofie’s bright citrus notes, herbal bitterness, and subtle white pepper character. It’s a mix of flavors that clash in all the right ways, creating a unique and delicious pairing.
Grab a scoop, pour a glass and see where the flavors take you. Tag us on Instagram with your favorite beer and ice cream pairing.