As mentioned on the Flavor Guide Page, Beer and Wine share many similarities. Lagers have many
characteristics similar to White Wine and Ale share many common characteristics with Red Wine.
Therefore, chances are if you love White wine, you will likely enjoy a refreshing Lager (or vice versa).
We broke it all down in the chart below to show you the shared traits these fermented beverages have
in common.


  • Clean
  • Refreshing
  • Light
  • Smooth
  • Mellow
  • Crisp
  • Balanced
  • Served Cool

  • Fruity
  • Complex
  • Pronounced
  • Robust
  • Served Warm
Here (below) we have matched Beer Styles with Related Wines. So if you are a Wine drinker and enjoy a
particular style, give the matching beer style a try (or vice versa). We make no guarantees on how
much you will enjoy the paired style, but its a nice starting point to expand your horizons.
Beer
Wine
Amber Ales
Marsane, Pino Gris/ Pino Grigio, Roussane
Belgian Style Brews
Cabernet Sauvignon, Pinot Noir, Riesling, Tempranillo, Zinfandel
Brown Ales
Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot
Dark Lagers
Malbec, Merlot
Fruit Beers
Gewurztraminer, Grenache/Garnacha, Cabernet Franc, Zinfandel
Golden Ales
Chardonnay, Chenin Blanc, Champagne and Sparkling Whites
Lambic Kriek
Sangiovese
Pale Ales
Marsane, Muscat
Pale Lagers
Chardonnay, Pino Blanc, Pino Gris/ Pino Grigio, Semillon
Pilsners
Pino Blanc, Pino Gris/ Grigio, Champagne and Sparkling Whites
Smoked Beers
Nebbiolo, Syrah/ Shiraz
Spice/Herb/Vegtable
Beers
Gewurztraminer, Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon
Stouts and Porters
Malbec, Merlot, Zinfandel
Wheat Beers
Sauvignon Blanc, Viognier
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