Here's The Scoop: Ice Cream and Beer Pairings

Ice Cream and Beer - two of life’s greatest pleasures! These two are amazing on their own, but did you know that they taste EVEN BETTER when you pair them together. Forget wine and cheese - Ice Cream and Beer is the new thing that everyone will be talking about soon. Team OYB has done their research and came up with some perfect combinations of Ice Cream and Beer.

P.S. OYB’s coffee and ice cream stand, Trailblazer Treats, can be ordered from the OYB Chilliwack tasting room so you can try some of these combinations for yourself!

fraser valley lager + vanilla ice cream

We'll start with a classic pairing - lager and vanilla ice cream. Fraser Valley Lager is a crisp and refreshing beer with a subtle sweetness that pairs perfectly with the creamy vanilla ice cream. This pairing is simple but delicious, and it's a great introduction to the world of beer and ice cream pairings.

moon dance mango wheat + strawberry ice cream

Next up is the Moon Dance Mango Wheat, a fruity and tropical beer that everybody loves. Pair this beer with some strawberry ice cream, and you've got a match made in heaven. The sweet and refreshing flavors of the mango and strawberry complement each other perfectly, and the result is a fruity and delicious treat that will make your taste buds dance.

lavender lemon blonde ale + lavender london fog ice cream

Well, we admit that this is an obvious one. When the Lavender Lemon Blonde Ale released last month, we worked with Trailblazer Treats to come up with an equally delicious ice cream. The strong floral and subtle citrus notes of this beer pair perfectly with the sweet Lavender flavour of the Ice Cream.

sasquatch stout + salted caramel ice cream

The bold and mysterious flavors of Sasquatch Stout pair perfectly with the sweet and salty flavors of salted caramel ice cream. The stout's coffee and chocolate notes complement the caramel flavor in the ice cream, while the saltiness adds a nice balance to the richness of the pairing. It's a decadent treat that's perfect for a cold winter night. Trust us, your taste buds will thank you!

There you go, ice cream and beer pairings are a delicious and fun way to explore different flavor combinations. Whether you prefer classic pairings or more unexpected ones, there's a perfect pairing out there for everyone. So next time you're enjoying a cold beer or a scoop of ice cream, why not try combining the two? Who knows, you might just discover your new favorite treat!

Cheers, friends!