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You need not travel to Ireland to find a brew worthy of accompanying
these tasty St. Patrick's Day dishes. This all-star trio of Irish
brews are well-known around the world for good reason: they are the
best. Order a pint at your local pub, or, if you're staying in to
make an Irish dinner, you can find them at your neighborhood convenience
store or deli...
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 Guinness:
As Irish as Ireland itself, it is the standard
against which all other stouts are measured. Its sweet, dark roasty
start is perfectly punctuated by its long, satisfying, bitter finish.
Although it is rich and full-bodied enough to stand alone as a meal,
Guinness is a dream companion for tackling lamb. Its depth and character
is up to the task of standing up to lamb's gamey taste. Try it with
Chef Mauro's Shepherd's pie or Margaret
Johnson's Lamb Shanks Braised in Guiness.
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Murphy's
Irish Stout: Sometimes
called the "other" Irish stout. It is still no slouch. It looks
red but tastes black. Some say it is slightly lighter bodied
and a bit sweeter than Guinness, but all around, the two are
very similar. Taste them and see if you can tell the difference. |
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Harp
Lager: This
is not a typical Irish offering with its high carbonation and
hoppy nose. Harp Lager is technically a German Light Lager,
but it's a classic enjoyed by many an Irishman. It is a sharp,
golden lager with light body, but full flavor. Consider having
Harp at the end of the meal to "chase" the bold flavors of the
lamb and stout. It will clean your palette for the Irish Farmhouse
cheese and fruit. |
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