Sausages and Beer
Sausages and beer make a great team! Find the perfect mouth-watering combinations by following the pairings suggested by beer expert Philippe Wouters.
Treat yourself to a typical German eating experience: sausage and beer night! Pairing sausages with different types of beer will bring out unexpected flavours.
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Beer and sausage pairings from Philippe Wouters:
Beer and sausage pairings from Philippe Wouters:
| Sausages | Flavour profile | Descriptions |
| Honey & garlic |
| The beer’s fullness mingles with the honey for a bold pairing! |
| Cheddar & broccoli |
| The cheese finds its footing on the mild bitterness of the beer. |
| Merguez |
| The bitterness from the beer offsets the spiciness of the merguez. |
| Tomato & basil |
| A pairing based on the basil that adds crispness to the beer with every bite you take. |
| Chorizo |
| The moderate bitterness is the perfect complement to this well-seasoned sausage. |
| Cranberry maple |
| A malty or sweet beer that pairs wonderfully with maple and enhances the cranberry. |
| Maple & chipotle |
| Roasted malts are great with chipotle. |
| Dates & bacon |
| A gourmet sausage and thirst-quenching beer that scintillates your taste buds with every bite. |
| Knackwurst |
| A great classic that deserves to be enjoyed with the most popular beer type. |
| Bavarian |
| The beer’s mild bitterness offers a lovely contrast to the spices used in the Bavarian sausage. |
| Apples & cheddar |
| Caramelized malts enhance the taste of apple. |
| Smoked with Swiss cheese Prepare to be won over by the delicate smoky flavour and melting cheese. |
| The perfect pairing with lightly caramelized beers. |
| Beets and garlic A surprising combo that’s both colourful and savoury! |
| A touch of bitterness to go with the taste of beets. |
| Blueberries and maple Quebec’s favourite local flavours in a single sausage. |
| The sugar in the beer adds a bit of body. |
| Curry The enchanting flavours of India will take your taste buds on a journey. |
| Curry spices and the beer's bitterness work well together. |
| Mild Italian The much-loved classic, seasoned with authentic Italian herbs. |
| A discreet pairing that mild beer lovers will love. |
| Hot Italian A hot sausage featuring the flavours of Italy. Incomparable! |
| A refreshing pairing with a caramel note finish. |
| Toulouse Prepare to be won over by the delicate smoky flavour and melting cheese. |
| Slight bitterness and caramel notes to go with this classic sausage. |
| Bacon and cheddar A gourmet flavour duo that’s a winning choice for all ages. |
| The malt’s caramel flavour plays well with bacon and cheese. |
Cooking
Cooking
Use different cooking techniques for excellent results!
| In the oven | In a skillet |
| Cook on a baking sheet for 15 to 25 minutes in a 180°C (350°F) oven. | Cook over low heat for about 15 minutes, turning them every 3 to 4 minutes. |
| This is the simplest cooking method. | This method requires closer attention but produces the most flavourful sausages. |
| On the BBQ | In boiling water |
| Grill over medium heat for about 5 minutes per side. | Cook sausages in boiling water for 10 minutes until fully cooked. |
| If sausages are high in fat or stuffed with ingredients that might stick to the grill, boil them for 5 minutes beforehand. | This method reduces the sausage's fat and salt content and is good for cooking very thick sausages, but it causes them to lose a lot of flavour! |