If you like beer that's: Clean and crisp
Then choose: pilsner, helles, red ale
Here's why: Dry and simple, these light-bodied beers have a touch of breadiness.
Delicious with: fried foods, shellfish, oily fish, prosciutto and Indian dishes.
If you like beer that's: Bright and citrusy
Then choose: hefeweisen, wit bier, lambic
Here's why: These light-bodied brews have subtle citrus and banana flavors.
Delicious with: egg dishes, leafy greens, salads, grilled fish, lobster, sushi and fruit-based desserts.
If you like beer that's: Fruity and bitter
Then choose: American pale ale, India pale ale (ipa), extra special bitter (esb)
Here's why: You'll taste candied fruit flavors and a refreshing bitterness in these robust beers.
Delicious with: grilled vegetables, pizza, spicy foods, guacamole, burgers, lasagna, mac ’n’ cheese and aged cheeses.
If you like beer that's: Herbal
Then choose: biere de garde, saison, tripel
Here's why: Strong and earthy, these beers also have herb and spice flavors.
Delicious with: roasted chicken, pesto, tuna, risotto and goat cheese.
If you like beer that's: Toasty and caramelly
Then choose: dubbel, tripel, bock, brown ale
Here's why: Bread, caramel and sweet spice flavors really stand out in these robust brews.
Delicious with: bacon, mushrooms, beans, burritos, steak, pork
If you like beer that's: Roasty and smooth
Then choose: stout, porter
Here's why: They're medium-bodied to robust, with coffee and chocolate flavors.
Delicious with: steak, barbecue, salami, shrimp, black beans, chocolate desserts and ice cream.
These tips are from Everyday with Rachel Ray
