Malty, sweet brown ale brings body and fizz to the classic Bloody Mary. This version is thinner than the standard brunch staple, making it all the better for sipping with snacks.
An icy beer granita is the base for this grown-up slushie. If you like your drinks sweeter, go for a high-wheat-percentage bourbon; if you like them spicier, go with a high-rye-percentage bourbon. Either way, it goes down smooth.
A shandy is the classic combo of beer and lemonade. Spicy ginger syrup and tart lemon juice round out the hoppy ale, with an extra burst of bubbles from club soda. Add leftover ginger syrup to a bowl of berries for a simple dessert.
Honey and orange liqueur bring out the sweetness in wheat beer, while the bitters amplify the beer's spicy notes. Squeeze the orange wedge into the cocktail for a pronounced citrusy finish.
