No matter what you’ve got planned for your New Year ’s Eve celebrations, chances are it’ll involve popping open a bottle of champagne as the clock strikes midnight. Of course, it’s an age-old tradition, but how about trying something different this time around? There’s another equally special, and bubbly, alternative for bringing in the New Year. You got it — beer. Here, get the complete lowdown on choosing the best New Year’s Eve beer, from seasonal delights to all-time classics and top-notch champagne beer.
First, let’s debunk some common myths and misconceptions surrounding beer and New Year’s Eve.
Myth #1: beer isn’t special for New Year’s Eve celebrations
Respectfully, we disagree. The amount of small, independent establishments and breweries out there prioritise quality, flavour, and innovation, making beer a unique and memorable choice for any celebration. What’s more, with a nice bottle of barley wine, imperial stout or champagne beer, you can still find that festive ‘pop’ essential for any New Year’s Eve bash.
Myth #2: beer doesn’t pair well with food
From hoppy IPAs to crisp pilsners, amber ales and chocolatey stouts, beer comes in a huge spectrum of flavours. You can find the right beers to complement any New Year’s Eve menu, not just your classic pub snacks.
A glass of Dark Arts Surreal Stout, for example, can really enhance the rich, charred flavours of a grilled porterhouse steak. Follow that with a German wheat beer, like the fruity Paulaner Weissbier, paired with a selection of cheeses to switch things up before dessert (check out our article on beer and cheese to learn more about this match made in heaven). And finally. To top it all off. A delicious Biramisu.
