Hello, fellow beer enthusiasts! I'm Steve, your go-to guy for all things ale.
As a seasoned beer connoisseur, I've got a refined palate for the finest ale styles out there. And by "fine," I mean "slightly-bitter-with-a-hint-of-somewhat-sour-but-not-too-sour" ale styles.
Let's start with the basics: what even is an ale? Well, it's not a lager, that's for sure. Ales are typically brewed with top-fermenting yeast, which means they get their flavor and complexity from the yeast itself, rather than from fancy-schmancy hops or whatever.
English ales are the OGs of the ale world. They're malty, hoppy, and full of character.
Try pairing them with a good old-fashioned pub snack, like fish and chips or a nice plate of bangers and mash.
Learn more about English AlesBelgian ales are for the fancypants crowd. They're complex, they're nuanced, and they'll put you in the poorhouse.
Try pairing them with a good old-fashioned Belgian delicacy, like waffles or chocolate.
Get your Belgian Ale fix hereGerman ales are for the industrious types. They're straightforward, no-nonsense brews that get the job done.
Try pairing them with a good old-fashioned German delicacy, like sausages or schnitzel.
Get your German Ale fix here