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SMOKED BEEF BRISKET: ARROW-CIRCLE-RIGHT Pair with a bold, hoppy India Pale Ale (IPA). ARROW-CIRCLE-RIGHT Characteristics: Strong hop flavor, higher alcohol content, distinctive bitterness. Note: Avoid excessively bitter IPAs to prevent overpowering the dish. Ensure IPA is well-chilled but not ice-cold.

PULLED PORK: ARROW-CIRCLE-RIGHT Pair with Amber Ales. ARROW-CIRCLE-RIGHT Characteristics: Crisp, dry, flowery, light aroma. Note: Enhances savory, tangy flavors of pulled pork.

BABY BACK RIBS: ARROW-CIRCLE-RIGHT Pair with Brown Ales.

ARROW-CIRCLE-RIGHT Characteristics: Dark brown color, malt forward with notes of caramel, chocolate, nuts. Note: Complements sweet barbecue sauce and savory meat.

BBQ CHICKEN ARROW-CIRCLE-RIGHT Pair with a lighter Pilsner.

ARROW-CIRCLE-RIGHT Characteristics: Light body, lower alcohol content, unique hop flavor, slight sweetness. Note: Complements the saltiness of BBQ chicken. SMOKED CHICKEN WINGS ARROW-CIRCLE-RIGHT Pair with a clean, crisp Lager. ARROW-CIRCLE-RIGHT Characteristics: High carbonation, sharp, effervescent mouthfeel. Note: Cuts through smoky flavors, classic pairing with wings. SMOKED BOUDIN ARROW-CIRCLE-RIGHT Pair with a Porter beer. ARROW-CIRCLE-RIGHT Characteristics: Dark color, rich and complex flavors of chocolate, coffee, caramel. Note: Complements the smoky, textured feel of smoked boudin. GRILLED BURGERS ARROW-CIRCLE-RIGHT Pair with a smooth Stout. ARROW-CIRCLE-RIGHT Characteristics: Dark color, rich, creamy texture, flavors of roasted malt, coffee, chocolate, caramel. Note: Smooth and velvety, balances well with burger flavors.

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