Beer that pair with

Pasta Shells

Across 8 related dishes — most-paired first.

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Berliner Weisse

Sours & lambics

Light, tart, often served with fruit syrups.

Why it works with Pasta Shells Filled With Feta And Herbs

Light herbal, citrus, and slightly floral pours mirror creamy-tangy fresh cheeses.

Dubbel

Belgian & trappist

Caramel, dark fruit, mild spice.

Why it works with Pasta Shells With Portobello Mushrooms And Asparagus In Boursin Sauce

Deep, dark, malt-or-oak-driven pours echo slow-cooked beef and dark-sauced richness.

Gose

Wheat beers

Salty, sour, coriander-tinged.

Why it works with Artichokes, Capers, Olives, Lemon Zest, And Italian Tuna On Pasta Shells

Crisp-clean and bitter-herbal pours navigate the famously tricky vegetal-sulphur-tannin trio.

Imperial Stout

Stouts & porters

Massive: chocolate, espresso, often bourbon-barrel-aged.

Why it works with Pasta Shells With Portobello Mushrooms And Asparagus In Boursin Sauce

Deep, dark, malt-or-oak-driven pours echo slow-cooked beef and dark-sauced richness.

Session IPA

Craft IPAs

IPA flavor at 4-5%.

Why it works with Pasta Shells With Chicken, Mushrooms, Escarole, And Sun-dried Tomatoes

Mid-bodied, soft-sweet, citrus-bright pours flex with everything from roast bird to fried wings.