When it comes to fried dough, we’re not beating around the bush (-el of icing sugar). You want the perfect beer to accompany your prized snack, and that’s what we want for you too. Here, pairings that really take the cake.
Old-fashioned + amber lager or pale ale
Ain’t no shame in the plain-Jane game. If a sweet-but-not-overdoing-it OF is your OG, grab a not-too-hoppy amber lager or a British-style pale ale to go with it.
Boston cream + American-style pilsner
A little custard never hurt anybody, and this indulgent dough fest pairs excellently with a light-bodied, citrusy American-style pilsner, which offsets the richness of the heavy cream. It’s all about balance.
Honey dip + honey beer
Honey times two is the way to go when it comes to a classic dip. Translation: A honey beer is the one for you.
Jelly + fruit beer
A fruit-infused beer is your jam, since it’s not going to compete with the gooey filling of these stuffed marvels. So get creative by mixing a cherry beer with a strawberry-filled goodie, or whatever. The world is your doughnut.
Cinnamon sugar + Belgian-style ale
Belgian-style ale can compete with the grainy, spiced sweetness of cinnamon sugar, because it packs its own rich flavour complex. No egos here, just compatibility.
