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 By DCBeer Contributor Elizabeth Hartman As the cold weather and long nights finally take hold of the DC area, our hibernating instincts start kicking in. We reach for those cozy clothes, that heavy blanket, a loved one, and the hearty food and drink able to warm us from the inside out. For most of us, that drink is beer. A little thought to how you pair your beer with food this winter can help keep the cold at bay. I reached out to a few knowledgeable DC beer personalities for insight on what makes a satisfying winter pairing. The balancing act A successful pairing begins with understanding some basic principles about flavor, perception, and balancing. Although each person I spoke with had their own approach, they all followed similar guidelines – decide if flavors will complement or contrast, and then balance the intensity of both the beer and the food. In their own words: Jacob Berg, Staff Writer, DC Beer: I feel like there are some “rules” out there. Acid cuts fat, which is why so … |
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