Pizza and beer are a classic pairing; the flavors complement each other perfectly. Some beers are better suited to washing down a pie than others. Choose your craft beer depending on your own preferences and the type of pizza you order.

How to Pair Craft Beer & Pizza

1. Witbier

The wheat ale has a light, summery, and easy-to-drink nature. Many of these beers have citrus or fruity flavors added to them, so pair this choice with a lighter pizza that lets your taste buds focus on the taste of the beer. German, Czech, or American wheat beers are a fantastic complement to Margherita or cheese pizzas.

2. English Ale

The darker English ales have an earthy hop taste with just a touch of sweetness. This sweetness pairs well with the earthy taste of mushrooms, bringing out its flavors. Drink a milky and chocolatey stout with a mushroom and spinach pie.  

3. India Pale Ale

The IPA has a hoppy and bitter flavor, along with a higher alcohol percentage than your average beer. The bitter taste is a great contrast to the saltiness of meat, while the hops highlight the spice in meats, such as pepperoni or meatball. Pair this drink with a pepperoni or meat lover’s pie. If you want even more hops and bitterness to cut through the grease, choose a double IPA.  

4. Amber Lager

An amber ale typically has a light- to medium-body and is malty in flavor. The chocolate, caramel, or toasty undertones balance the spice of chicken and barbecue sauce. Pair a Vienne amber ale with a barbecue chicken pizza.

5. Fruit Ale

Fruit-based ales have a subtle sweetness with flavors of grapefruit, strawberry, cherry, or blueberry. This complements the sweetness of pineapple while cutting through the saltiness of the ham. Pair this one with a Hawaiian pizza.

Pritzl’s Trading Post is your place to enjoy craft beer and mouthwatering pizza in Nekoosa, WI. Since opening in 1976, this family-owned business has been a one-stop-shop for food, hunting, and fishing supplies. Order your pizza at the deli and head into the beer cave to choose your drink. Learn more on their website and call (715) 325-2281 to place your pizza order.