Kentucky Bourbon Barrel Ale Barbacoa

This recipe produces a delicious type of shredded beef you can use for tacos, nachos, sliders, and more. The sweet, smoky flavor of the aged stout lends itself well to being used as a meat marinade, while the long cook time ensures all the flavors blend into something delicious.

Ingredients:

• 2 to 2 1/2 pounds chuck roast
• 1 12-ounce bottle of Kentucky Bourbon Barrel Ale
• 1 large onion, sliced
• 6 large garlic cloves, minced
• 1-4 chipotle peppers in adobo
• 2 Tablespoons lime juice
• 1 Tablespoon cumin
• 2 teaspoons chili powder
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• Salt & pepper
• Bay leaf

Procedure:

• Combine the onion, garlic, chipotle, lime juice, cumin, chili powder, oregano, salt, and pepper in a food processor until it’s a grainy paste. Add a bit of adobo sauce to give it a creamier texture (reserve some adobo for later).
• Gently coat the chuck roast with the mixture.
• Put the roast in a slow cooker, and slowly pour the beer in. Take care not to wash the spice mixture off. Add the bay leaf.
• Cook on low, 8-10 hours. Shred the meat with two forks, and return to the slow cooker with more adobo sauce to keep warm until needed.

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Goose Island IPA Spicy Cheese Dip

Though this beer-infused dip is traditionally made with jalapeño, use any pepper you like: habanero, Fresno, even ghost pepper! And though this recipe usually calls for cheddar, you can use Monterey, Colby, or similar well-melting cheese.

Ingredients:

• 2 Tablespoons butter
• 2 Tablespoons flour
• 2 Tablespoons cornstarch
• 1 cup whole milk
• 1 cup Goose Island IPA
• 2 cups shredded cheese
• 1-2 hot peppers, minced

Procedure:

• In a saucepan, melt the butter over high heat. Whisk in the flour and cornstarch, cook until slightly brown. 
• Carefully add in the milk and Goose Island IPA. Bring to a low boil. 
• In stages, slowly whisk in the shredded cheese. Let the cheese melt before adding more. 
• Fold in the minced pepper. Keep warm until ready to serve.

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West Sixth Pay It Forward Cocoa Porter Chili

The cocoa nibs in this beer make it a surprisingly welcome addition to this sweet and savory chili. For best results, make using ground bison and habanero pepper. 

Ingredients:

• 1-2 pounds ground bison or chuck
• 2 cups pico de gallo
• 1-2 habanero or other hot peppers, minced
• 1 small can tomato paste
• 1 12-ounce can West Sixth Pay It Forward Cocoa Porter
• 2 cups beef stock
• 1 can pinto or kidney beans (optional)
• 1/4 cup spice mix

Spice Mix:

• 3 Tablespoons ground cumin
• 3 Tablespoons ground cinnamon
• 2 Tablespoons chili powder
• 1 Tablespoon onion powder
• 1 Tablespoon garlic powder
• 2 teaspoons white pepper
• 2 teaspoons red pepper
• 1 teaspoon salt

Procedure:

• Gently combine the spices listed to create the spice mix. 
• In butter or olive oil, sautee the pico de gallo and habanero until soft and fragrant. 
• Add in the ground bison or chuck and brown. 
• Add in the tomato paste and cook until the paste is bright brick red. 
• Add in the spice mix, a tablespoon at a time, using more or less to taste. 
• Gently add in the beef stock and West Sixth Pay It Forward Porter. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and let simmer for 1-2 hours. 
• If using beans, add the beans and liquid in the last half-hour.

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Goodwood Walnut Brown Ale Mustard

Mustard is surprisingly easy to make, and you can delight your guests by presenting them with a delicious homemade variety instead of the ubiquitous yellow bottle. 

Ingredients: 

• 2 cups mustard seeds (brown if possible)
• 2 cups Goodwood Walnut Brown Ale
• 1 1/2 cups packed brown sugar
• 1 1/2 cups malt vinegar
• 3 teaspoons salt

Procedure:

• Combine the mustard seeds and Goodwood Walnut Brown Ale in a bowl. Cover, and refrigerate overnight. 
• Blend the beer and seeds in a food processor until slightly grainy. 
• Add the mustard seeds to a saucepan and heat gently with the sugar, vinegar, and salt until sugar dissolves. Remove from heat and serve.

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Fall City Pale Ale Potato Salad

The mild, nutty flavor of Fall City Pale Ale combines well with the other ingredients in this recipe to create a delicious take on traditional potato salad. Even better, the beer takes the place of the mayonnaise and works to make this unique pairing one of the best beer foods for Super Bowl in 2021! 

Ingredients:

• 2 pounds small red potatoes 
• 1/2 cup Fall City Pale Ale
• 3 Tablespoons olive, canola, or vegetable oil
• 2 Tablespoons malt or balsamic vinegar
• 2 Tablespoons brown mustard
• 1 1/2 cups grape tomatoes, halved
• 6 green onions, sliced
• 10 bacon strips, grilled and crumbled
• 1 cup fresh feta cheese

Procedure:

• In a pot of lightly salted water, cook the potatoes until they are barely soft. Cut into small cubes. 
• Combine the potatoes with the Fall City Pale Ale, oil, vinegar, and mustard. Add salt to taste and chill in the fridge for one hour. 
• When ready to serve, add in the tomatoes, onions, bacon, and cheese.

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Against the Grain Milk Stout Brownies

Against the Grain Milk Stout has been subtly flavored with chocolate and coffee, making this the perfect option for baking delicious beer-infused desserts. To keep your brownies holding together, you’ll have to reduce the beer first.

Ingredients:

• 1 12-ounce bottle Against the Grain Milk Stout
• 12 Tablespoons unsalted butter
• 8 ounces semi-sweet baker’s chocolate (chopped) or chocolate chips
• 1 1/4 cups granulated white sugar
• 3 eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 cup flour
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon espresso powder (optional)

Procedure:

• Preheat oven to 375° F, and spray a 9×9 baking pan with cooking spray. 
• Over medium heat, bring the Against the Grain Milk Stout to a boil in small saucepan. Reduce heat and simmer until reduced to about 1/2 a cup. Let cool. 
• In a double boiler, combine the chocolate and butter until melted and smooth. 
• Add in the sugar and cooled beer. Add in the eggs and vanilla. Fold in the flour, salt, and espresso powder. 
• Bake for 30-35 minutes, until a toothpick comes out clean. 
• Let cool, then slice into squares.

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