Combine two of your favourite things [beer + food] with this awesome list from the Eden Brewery team.  

Move over wine, it’s beer’s turn to make your meal shine! 

We often overlook how much a good beer can make a tasty meal even tastier and nobody knows it more than the guys at Eden Brewery and their buds at Boozy Burgers, who you can find right outside the brewery. 

We asked the guys for suggestions on how and what to pair up to get the most out of their dynamic range of beers and burgs.

The Cricketer’s Combo

A morning spent working hard mowing the lawn deserves an arvo spent watching the cricket with beer and plate in hand. 

Eden Beer :: Birch Wit

Boozy Burger :: Beer Brined Fried Chicken Sandwich for a bit of crunch or Crumbed Beer Braised Mushroom Burger with decadent truffle aioli. 

Or ::  If it’s a Sunday, you best believe we suggest a roast chook. For any other day, try some grilled barra and greens. 

Howzat!

German Cheer

A rare German beer style, paired with all the meats, guaranteed to give you that Oktoberfest feeling, even in the middle of May!

Eden Beer :: Phoenix D. Kottbusser [say THAT five times after a couple of brews!]

Boozy Burger ::  Good old classic Cheeseburger

Or :: T-Bone Steak, done medium, and if you want to go full Germany, chuck a bratwurst or a nice big pretzel on your plate as well.

Prost!

Hangin’ loose

Easy drinking beer that matches with meals on the lighter side, made for when you don’t want anything heavy on your tum but you still wanna have a good time.  

Eden Beer :: Willow XPA

Boozy Burger :: Firebird Chicken Sandwich [for a little bit of spice]

Or :: Feelin’ fancy? Sashimi salmon with a light soy drizzle or keep it easy with some freshly peeled prawns.

So chill!

Turning It Up A Notch

Time to throw a party…. in your mouth! This is the combo for when you need every sip and bite PACKED with flavour.

Eden Beer :: Ponderosa IPA

Boozy Burger ::  Double Double Cheeseburger & Fried Pickles- I mean we did say flavour, didn’t we?

Or :: Spicy chicken wings. Think bright red bottles of hot sauce and you’re on the right track.

Two tickets to flavour town, please!

Irish Eyes… And Mouths

Gotta love a classic Irish Stout, especially one that’s been aged on oak wood chips to make it silky smooth with all those rich Irish whiskey smells, to be sure!  

Eden Beer ::  Black Clover Irish Stout

Boozy Burger :: BBQ Brisket Cheeseburger – did someone say beer roasted garlic aioli? Um yum!

Or :: Dark, rich chocolate cake [think Bruce Bogtrotter style] because we’re going decadence all the way with this one.  

Lickin’ our lips already.

A Big Day Out

This pairing is excellent for a post-hike/bushwalk treat – a good quality day deserves a good quality feast! 

Eden Beer :: Joshua Tree Lager

Boozy Burger ::  OG Burger or Cheeseburger. It’s all about the fresh produce here. 

Or :: Use some of that lager to beer batter some fish, and don’t forget the peas and taters….. however you like ‘em.

Keep it fresh!

Mid-Week Meal

This is your go-to if you feel like taking things a little easier [hello work in the morning] but still want to have a tipple with lunch or dinner. 

Eden Beer :: Bonsai IPA 

Boozy Burger :: Skip the red meat and opt for a Beer Brined Fried Chicken Sandwich, or go totally sans meat and order the Crumbed Beer Braised Mushroom Burger instead. 

Or :: Fish and chips from your fave local chippy – don’t forget the chicken salt! 

Bonzer!

Shake It Up 

If you’ve ever been torn between sipping a nice frothy beer or a nice frothy milkshake then now you don’t have to decide. Think big flavours like vanilla and lactose sugar, creating a fruity and sweet creamy beer.

Eden Beer ::  Guaba Milkshake IPA 

Boozy Burger :: OG- burger and a shake is a classic combo right?!

Or :: French Toast… brekkie for dinner anyone?

Hit ‘em up

We’re drooling over the idea of this alcoholic fruit punch flavour. Crack out the flares and grow out your hair, this sounds like the ultimate 1970’s house party sip.

Eden Beer :: Hard Punch

Boozy Burger :: Cheeseburger with an extra slice of cheese, it’s like a cheese and fruit platter, but even better.

Or :: Go all 70s and brew up some fondue, don’t forget the hunks of bread and fruit for dipping, we recommend granny smith apples as a start.

Woah, we are totes hungry/ thirsty now! 

Better get our butts over to Eden Brewery and Boozy Burgers for some of that amber nectar and a decent bite to eat. 

We just love these two local businesses that are providing a proper family-friendly environment with some great drinks, fun events and fantastic fare right here in the Highlands.

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