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Beers for folks who like Wine Coolers and Malternatives

Submitted by klbeergeek on Thu, 12/01/2011 - 10:29am

These are possible candidates for beers for folks who like sweeter drinks, claim not to like beer, but who have not tried any of the brews on this list.

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Lindemans Framboise

Submitted by craigh on Mon, 12/08/2008 - 6:28pm
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Product - Lindemans Framboise
Brewed By: 
Lindemans
Self-Defined Style: 
Raspberry Lambic
Strength (ABV): 
4.0% ABV

Long before hops were common in most beers, various fruits and vegetables were used to season beers. The acidity of lambic beers blends perfectly with raspberries. Rose in color. Magnificent aroma, delicate palate of raspberries with undertones of fruity acidity; elegant, sparkling clean natural taste.

Best With: 
Chocolate desserts (especially chocolate decadence), fresh raspberries, ice cream with a raspberry demi-glaze sauce, créme caramel, baked Alaska, Olympia oysters, caviar. Serve in flute-shaped Lambic glasses at 45 degrees.
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Lindemans Cassis

Submitted by craigh on Mon, 12/08/2008 - 6:28pm
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Product - Lindemans Cassis
Brewed By: 
Lindemans
Self-Defined Style: 
Black Currant Lambic
Strength (ABV): 
4.0% ABV

A classic Belgian favorite. Black currants have been used for centuries as an ingredient in beers and liquors in Belgium and Northern Europe. Deep reddish-purple color with exceptional aroma, flavor, and complexity. Fuller bodied and soft, while still being refreshing and crisp.

Best With: 
Venison, roasted pork tenderloin with rosemary cream sauce, scones, New York style cheesecake, and fresh fruit.
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Lindemans Pêche

Submitted by craigh on Mon, 12/08/2008 - 6:28pm
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Product - Lindeman's Peche
Brewed By: 
Lindemans
Self-Defined Style: 
Peach Lambic
Strength (ABV): 
4.0% ABV

Suggested to Lindemans' Farm Brewery by Merchant du Vin who recommended that the fruit be sliced when told that only whole fresh fruit was used in lambic. Golden in color; with a nose that fills the room with fresh peaches. Sparkling, crisp and refreshing balance of fruit and acid.

Best With: 
Peach Melba, peaches in brandy, pear tarts, salad Nicoise, sorbet, egg rolls, peach cobbler, Waldorf salad, haroses, free-run chicken crepes, Belgian waffles. Serve in Champagne flutes at 45 degrees.
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Lindemans Pomme

Submitted by craigh on Mon, 12/08/2008 - 6:28pm
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Product - Lindeman's Pomme
Brewed By: 
Lindemans
Self-Defined Style: 
Apple Lambic
Strength (ABV): 
4.0% ABV

Long before hops were common in most beers, various fruits and herbs were used to season beers. The clean, bright aroma and flavor of apples melds beautifully with the complex tartness of lambic. The pronunciation in English is "PUM." Glowing gold in color. Smooth, light body with the fresh flavor of real apples and a light green-apple tartness.

Best With: 
Perfect with rich cream sauces, hearty soups, aromatic cheeses and spicy cuisine - supremely refreshing. Serve in flute-shaped Lambic glasses at 38-41 degrees F.
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Lindemans Kriek

Submitted by craigh on Mon, 12/08/2008 - 6:28pm
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Product - Lindemans Kriek
Brewed By: 
Lindemans
Self-Defined Style: 
Cherry Lambic
Strength (ABV): 
4.0% ABV

Peter Breugel pictured happy peasants dancing and drinking Kriek in the 17th century. Lindemans has brewed Kriek since 1811. Deep rose in color. Bouquet of freshly harvested cherries; sparkling, smooth, fruity and refreshing, finishing dry.

Best With: 
As an aperitif in place of dry sherry, with carbonnade a la beouf, mussels in white wine or Gueuze, flavorful cheeses; traditionally served in tall, thick tumbler with cubes of sugar to sweeten to taste.
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Samuel Smith Organic Cherry Fruit Ale

Submitted by craigh on Tue, 08/10/2010 - 2:33pm
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Product - Samuel Smith Organic Cherry Fruit Ale
Brewed By: 
Samuel Smith
Self-Defined Style: 
Organic Fruit Ale
Strength (ABV): 
5.1% ABV

The tiny and historic Melbourn Bros. Brewery, lovingly restored by Samuel Smith's in the 1990s, is located in Stamford, Lincolnshire, England - a region famous for excellent fruit.

High natural acidity makes sour cherries a great choice for creating an ultimate fruit beer. The vibrant cherry character of this beer is perfectly underpinned by deliciously complex beer notes which result from the multiple yeast strains used for fermentation.

Best With: 
Crackers and soft cheese before dinner; hearty beef barley soup; quiche Lorraine; fennel potatoes; glazed ham; chicken pot pie.
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Samuel Smith Organic Raspberry Fruit Ale

Submitted by craigh on Tue, 08/10/2010 - 2:29pm
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Product - Samuel Smith Organic Raspberry Fruit Ale
Brewed By: 
Samuel Smith
Self-Defined Style: 
Organic Fruit Ale
Strength (ABV): 
5.1% ABV

Handcrafted at Melbourn Bros., Samuel Smith's Organic Fruit Beers gain deep character from brewing and fermentation using the original Victorian equipment.

A dramatic fruit beer with an intense, mouth-watering fruit character derived from the natural acidity of organic raspberries. Slow, complex fermentation lends structure and depth to this special fruit beer. Smooth body, finishes dry, with a soft raspberry note.

Best With: 
Classic roast turkey and stuffing; chicken brochettes; meat or cheese fondue; or spinach salad. Try with fruit salad at brunch.
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Samuel Smith Organic Strawberry Fruit Ale

Submitted by craigh on Tue, 08/10/2010 - 2:38pm
Product - Samuel Smith Organic Strawberry Fruit Ale
Brewed By: 
Samuel Smith
Self-Defined Style: 
Organic Fruit Ale
Strength (ABV): 
5.1% ABV

Melbourn Bros. All Saints Brewery is stone built and tiny in scale with its steam engine, copper and cedar wood vessels and cobbled yard.

Strawberries offer a soft and subtle flavour, making the character of this fruit beer extremely sophisticated and refined. The smooth malt and aromatic strawberry flavours merge together in an elegant fashion, with fresh, ripe strawberries shining through.

Best With: 
Roast spring lamb with orange-horseradish cream; Waldorf salad; scones or fresh plump strawberries and cream.
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Wachusett Blueberry Ale

Submitted by Kimwachusettbrew on Mon, 12/08/2008 - 6:22pm
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Product - Wachusett Blueberry
Brewed By: 
Wachusett
Self-Defined Style: 
Blueberry Ale
Strength (ABV): 
4.5% ABV

Light straw colored wheat ale with a hint of blueberry. Easy and clean with very little hop bitterness. A real crowd pleaser. Built with 3 grains and 3 hops.

Best With: 
Blueberry cobbler, blueberry shortcake
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Troegs Dreamweaver Wheat

Submitted by oneraindog on Mon, 12/08/2008 - 6:21pm
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Product - Troegs Dreamweaver
Brewed By: 
Tröegs
Self-Defined Style: 
Wheat Ale
Strength (ABV): 
4.8% ABV

Long toasty days, cool breezy nights and a splash of magic provide the inspiration for the Troegs brothers' dreamiest Single Batch creation - Dreamweaver Wheat. Combining four wheat types with Munich and Pils malts, noble Saaz hops, and a yeast strain that imparts a spicy, peppery, clove taste with a slight hint of bananas, Dreamweaver Wheat is an unfiltered blast of spicy, mouthwatering joy.

Best With: 
This wheat beer pairs great with lighter fare, particularly salads with a citrus dressing. For a change of pace, try this wheat beer with a wedge of lemon or orange.
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Samuel Adams Cherry Wheat

Submitted by admin on Mon, 12/08/2008 - 6:20pm
Product - Samuel Adams Cherry Wheat 2
Brewed By: 
Samuel Adams
Self-Defined Style: 
Cherry Wheat
Strength (ABV): 
5.4% ABV

Ale brewed with cherries. Golden in color with a cloudy appearance common in wheat beers, Cherry Wheat reveals distinct cherry tartness with a touch of sweet honey and cereal notes with a clean, fruity finish.

Best With: 
Crepes suzette, tuna salad sandwiches, roast duck, fruit or chocolate desserts. Mix this with a stout for a complex blend of chocolate and cherry.
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Fox Barrel Hard Cider

Submitted by tom.byrne on Mon, 04/19/2010 - 2:23pm
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Brand - Fox Barrel Hard Cider
Brewed By: 
Fox Barrel
Self-Defined Style: 
Hard Cider
Strength (ABV): 
6.0% ABV

Our goal is to produce the highest quality ciders on the market. That is why we use only natural ingredients. We use freshly pressed apples from the Sierra Foothills and then hand-craft them into a beverage we know you'll love. Our GLUTEN FREE ciders are equally comfortable on the beach or at your dinner table.

Our Gold medal Hard Apple Cider is 100% natural. Pushing the envelope on English style draft cider, the hand crafted balance of this cider will make it an instant favorite.

Best With: 
Our Hard Apple Cider is dryer than most. It’s a great choice when the goal of the beverage is not to overpower the entrée. An excellent choice with lighter meals such as chicken, seafood, salads and brunch. A "sophisticated everyday drink".
Awards: 
Gold Medal at the 2008 California State Fair
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Southern Tier Choklat Stout

Submitted by admin on Mon, 12/08/2008 - 6:26pm
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Product - Southern Tier Choklat
Brewed By: 
Southern Tier
Self-Defined Style: 
Imperial Chocolate Stout
Strength (ABV): 
11.0% ABV
Color (SRM): 
45º L

The Popol Vuh, the sacred book of the Maya, unfolds a complex web of mystery around a beverage known as xocoatl (ch-co-atle). At Southern Tier, we’re not surprised that hieroglyphs of the ancient Maya depict chocolate being poured for rulers and gods. Even through the many voyages of Columbus, the mystical bean remained nothing more than a strange currency of the native peoples.

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Southern Tier Crème Brûlée

Submitted by admin on Mon, 12/08/2008 - 6:26pm
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Product - Southern Tier Crème Brûlée
Brewed By: 
Southern Tier
Self-Defined Style: 
a stout of great contention
Strength (ABV): 
10.0% ABV
Color (SRM): 
44º L

We are not the harbingers of truth as some may suggest but it may indeed be argued that our brewing philosophy is tantamount to a dessert with a bellicose past. How, you may ask, would a brewery determine a likeness to hard-coated custard? Our response is simple; it’s all in the power of history, and of course, the extra finesse needed to top off a contentious treat with definition.

Best With: 
The perfect pairing for rich, creamy desserts.
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Southern Tier mokah

Submitted by eric.mckay on Thu, 05/14/2009 - 1:45pm
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Product - Southern Tier mokah
Brewed By: 
Southern Tier
Self-Defined Style: 
Imperial Stout Brewed with Coffee & Chocolate
Strength (ABV): 
11.0% ABV
Color (SRM): 
40º L

It is through similar cooperation that the simple bitter cocoa bean is transformed into a sweet treat. As scientists, our brewers utilize their materials to exacting standards. As artists, they couldn’t resist the temptation to combine two of our highly acclaimed Blackwater Series Imperial Stouts: Jahva and Choklat. Alone each is perfect, but together as Mokah they are an inimitable expression of two of the world’s most sought after flavors.

Best With: 
Enjoy Mokah stout with – or as – your favorite dessert!
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Wells Banana Bread

Submitted by admin on Mon, 12/08/2008 - 6:29pm
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Product - Wells Banana Bread
Brewed By: 
Wells
Self-Defined Style: 
Banana Bread Beer
Strength (ABV): 
5.2% ABV

Wells Banana Bread Beer partly takes its name from the Saxon phrase for beer - 'Liquid Bread'. Combining a traditional ale recipe with the flavor of 'Fair trade' bananas creates an intriguing and flavorsome pint. It has been described by renowned International beer writer, Michael Jackson, as "...fruity roughness of winter barley and toffeeish sweetness of crystal malt...hugely tempting aroma of bananas; creamy head; firm, silky body."

Best With: 
Wells Banana Bread Beer pairs well with creamy desserts and sweet breads.
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Young's Double Chocolate Stout

Submitted by admin on Mon, 12/08/2008 - 6:29pm
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Product - Young's Double Chocolate Stout
Brewed By: 
Young's
Self-Defined Style: 
Sweet Stout
Strength (ABV): 
5.2% ABV
Color (SRM): 
40º L

Chocolate malt and real dark chocolate are combined with Young's award winning rich, full flavoured dark beer to craft a satisfyingly indulgent, but never overly sweet experience. Dark, ruby color, nearly black, distinctive chocolate flavor, smooth, velvety finish.

Best With: 
This sweet stout yearns for a pairing with chocolate confections, cheesecake and tiramisu.