Game Day and BBQ Pairings: The Best Beers to Enjoy with Our BBQ
On game day, nothing beats the combination of a mouth-watering BBQ and an ice-cold beer. At YourSpot Barbecue Shop, pairing the perfect beer with your BBQ can elevate your game-day experience from great to legendary. Whether gathering with friends or grilling something special for the family, you can match our signature BBQ dishes with the best beer in Edmonton to bring out every smoky, tangy, and savoury flavour.
The Best Beer Pairings for Your BBQ Favorites
Below are some delicious combinations of beers in Edmonton to help you enjoy every bite and sip even more!
1. Brisket & Stout: A Bold Match Made in Heaven
Our slow-cooked, tender brisket deserves a beer that can stand up to its deep, smoky richness. A stout is the perfect match for this hearty cut. With its roasted malt flavours, coffee undertones, and slight sweetness, a stout enhances the depth of the brisket without overpowering its natural smokiness. Pair our signature hickory-smoked brisket with a classic dry or creamy milk stout to balance the flavour profile. The rich body of the stout brings out the juicy texture and smoky essence of the brisket. Or, if you’re looking for something lighter, Budweiser works wonders, too, with its crisp, clean finish cutting through the brisket’s smoky flavours.
2. Pulled Pork & Pale Ale: Sweet and Savory Harmony
Pulled pork is a crowd favourite, and when it’s piled high on a bun with a drizzle of our house-made BBQ sauce, it’s even better. The slight sweetness and smoky notes of pulled pork beg for a pale ale. Pale ales bring in just the right amount of bitterness to cut through the fattiness of the pork, while citrusy hops complement the tang of the BBQ sauce. A crisp American pale ale with hints of pine and grapefruit is perfect for our Southern-style pulled pork sandwiches. It cuts through the meat’s richness, balancing the sweet and smoky flavours. For something more mainstream, try a Heineken—its light bitterness pairs perfectly with the rich, tangy pork.
3. Ribs & IPA: Big Flavors, Big Wins
Nothing says BBQ like a rack of our slow-cooked ribs slathered in sauce. You need a beer that can hold its own for those sticky, smoky, and spicy ribs. Enter the IPA. With its bold, hoppy bitterness and floral aroma, an IPA balances the intense flavours of BBQ ribs, cutting through the meat’s richness and enhancing any spicy rubs or sauces. If you’re into ribs with a bit of heat, grab a juicy, citrus-forward IPA to cool your palate and highlight the smoky-spicy combination. The hoppy kick contrasts the rich glaze, bringing a satisfying balance to every bite.
4. Chicken Wings & Wheat Beer: Light and Refreshing Balance
Our barbeque chicken breasts and wings, crispy skin and smoky flavour, are perfect for game-day snacking. The flavours combine for a refreshing combination with a light wheat beer. Wheat beers are smooth and slightly fruity, making them an ideal partner for barbeque chicken, especially if you’re dipping into tangy or spicy sauces. For our sweet and spicy barbeque chicken thigh wings, pair them with a Belgian-style wheat beer or a hefeweizen to add a touch of sweetness without overpowering the dish. The soft citrus notes of the wheat beer offer a refreshing contrast to the spice.
5. Sausages & Amber Ale: A Rich, Malty Combination
BBQ sausages are packed with spices, fats, and smokiness, making them a perfect match for amber ales. Amber ales offer a smooth, malty backbone with a hint of bitterness to complement the sausage’s richness. The caramel notes in amber ales also pair beautifully with the charred flavours from grilling sausages. Whether you’re digging into smoked bratwursts or spicy chorizo, an amber ale will bring out the best in our house-smoked BBQ sausages. The malty sweetness amplifies the savoury spices of the sausages.
6. Burnt Ends & Porter: Smoky Meets Smooth
Burnt ends are the crown jewels of BBQ—the caramelized, smoky, crispy pieces of brisket that everyone fights over. A porter is the perfect choice to enhance the richness of these little BBQ gems. The porter’s deep chocolate and coffee notes complement the charred, flavorful bark on the burnt ends, while its smooth finish rounds out the experience. Our burnt ends are a house specialty—try pairing them with a robust porter to make every bite more indulgent. The porter’s roast finish blends perfectly with the charred, caramelized bark.
7. Veggie BBQ & Pilsner: A Crisp Companion
Even veggie lovers deserve the perfect beer to pair with BBQ. A pilsner is your go-to beer for grilled veggie skewers, corn on the cob, or our BBQ jackfruit sliders. With its clean, crisp flavour and light body, a pilsner refreshes the palate without overshadowing the smoky flavours of the grill. A classic Czech pilsner or a modern craft lager provides the perfect balance of lightness and flavour for plant-based BBQ options. It refreshes your palate between each smoky bite.
BBQ, Beer, and Victory – A Winning Combo Every Time
The perfect barbeque and beer pairing is like a winning touchdown or a buzzer-beater in basketball—it’s the cherry on top of your game-day experience. So, next time you fire up the grill or place an order with us, don’t forget to grab the ideal brew to complement your meal with beers in Edmonton. When you search for “barbeque near me,” check out our YourSpot Barbecue Shop. Score big on game day with our BBQ and beer pairings that’ll have you returning for more. Let’s make every game day BBQ legendary—one perfect pairing at a time!
