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Craft beer industry is creating raving fans & beer enthusiasts around the world. Side-kick industries are along for the ride in pursuit of synergy; a whole greater than the simple sum of its parts. This is where pairings come into play and elevate our senses into new beer drinking heights.
For beverage aficionados, it’s all about engaging the senses; taste, smell, sight, hearing, touch and feeling. Food & beer pairings are on the rise, and rightly so. But now it’s time to spotlight another star element to compose epic beer-drinking moments: Beer Styles & Music Pairings.
It’s no secret that music is of the essence in creating a mood, a vibe. Entering a bar, pub or festival, music is the supreme atmosphere-maker and the benefits of music on the human body & mind are downright formidable. Music is the beer’s best friend.
So… how DO we pair music and beer styles together?
We propose a tried & tested rule of thumb:
Combine genres that flatter & compliment each other; ones that are alike.
To get some ideas brewing, here is a friendly suggestion for fusing beats & taste buds, for a harmonious experience: Classic Golden Ales and Flavourful Folk
Golden Ales (a.k.a. Blonde Ales) are defined as easy-drinking beers, with no tendency towards malts or hops, with a crisp finish. Golden, straw-colored or light amber in color, this style is truly approachable. This un-fussy beer style is gaining popularity thanks to its simplicity, coolness, balanced taste & great looks. Feel the gold rush!
On the record, let’s spin something classic, smooth to the ears & enough character to keep your foot tapping and head swaying to the beat.
These two albums are part of the foundational flavours that are accessible to most people across generations.
Bob Dylan’s Blonde on Blonde (1966)
Grateful Dead’s Blues for Allah (1975)
Golden Ales are benchmark bridge beers for new beer enthusiasts developing their taste buds. They help expand tasting flavour profiles in the wide realm of beer flavours. The same could be said about Dylan’s and the Grateful Dead’s classic albums.
This music is warm to the auditory senses and provides a natural introduction into a rich music spectrum. For more seasoned beer drinkers, this beer styles and music pairing is timeless and classic; they always set the scene for a good, easy, enjoyable time..
Wrapping this up, keep in mind that the world of music & beer or sound & taste pairing is ours of the taking. Musicians & micro-breweries around the world are revolutionizing the kind of sensory experience we can get with beer styles and musical experiences; live, at home, at a festival or at a bar. They are a natural match in creating elevated, truly enjoyable moments.
On that note, DJ, play my song & cheers!
Bonnie
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Terrific!! Dooesn't the beer taste better and the music sink in even more smoothly?!
I actually tried this pairing out, totally loved it! Thanks for the beer advice!