Beer pairings for Ginger Crab Cakes

Sours & lambics

Raspberry, peach, cherry. The easy entry point.

Why it works with Ginger Crab Cakes

Soft sweetness, citrus-edged richness, and coffee-warmth pours match the pastry case without piling on sugar.

Lagers & pilsners

Bavarian sessionable lager.

Why it works with Ginger Crab Cakes

Bright, dry, slightly briny pours echo sweet shellfish and refresh between butter dips.

Stouts & porters

Lactose sweetness softens the roast.

Why it works with Ginger Crab Cakes

Soft sweetness, citrus-edged richness, and coffee-warmth pours match the pastry case without piling on sugar.

Belgian & trappist

Dry, peppery, citrusy farmhouse style.

Why it works with Ginger Crab Cakes

Bright, dry, slightly briny pours echo sweet shellfish and refresh between butter dips.

Belgian & trappist

Strong, golden, dry-finishing despite richness.

Why it works with Ginger Crab Cakes

Bright, dry, slightly briny pours echo sweet shellfish and refresh between butter dips.

Wheat beers

Coriander and orange peel. Brilliant Belgian-style wheat.

Why it works with Ginger Crab Cakes

Bright, dry, slightly briny pours echo sweet shellfish and refresh between butter dips.