The Best Beer & Burger Pairings

What are the two things that Casablanca does best? Beer and burgers, of course! Here at your favorite pub & grill at the Lake of the Ozarks, we not only specialize in great beer and burgers, but we know how to pair them too. As a rule of thumb, most beer connoisseurs say to match strength with strength. If you’re drinking a light beer, try pairing it with a lighter meal, such as a salad or pasta. They also say to find harmonies, meaning pair a beer and a meal with similar flavors so they don’t overpower one another. But remember this – When pairing our delicious beer with our delicious burgers, there’s no wrong answer! No matter what the experts say, eat and drink what YOU think tastes good. Besides, the most important part of coming out to Casablanca is having a great time and eating delicious food.

Though each of our burgers is specially made, they are all made with fresh ½ pound choice ground sirloin, served on local bakery grilled buns. Each burger also comes topped with fresh lettuce, tomato, and sweet red onion. Read on for our tasty twists on your classic grilled burger!

Black ‘N’ Spicy Burger : Faust, Vienna Style Lager – InBev

Spicy, grilled burgers pair great with lagers, so this pairing is a great fit. Our Black ‘N’ Spicy Burger is blackened and topped with pepper jack cheese and roasted red pepper. The Cajun spices in the burger complement the mild flavor of the beer. Faust is a German Pilsner with a light, amber color.

Tex Melt : Buffalo Sweat, Oatmeal Stout – Tallgrass Brewing

According to experts, stout beers pair perfectly with grilled meals and barbeque – so good thing our Tex Melt has both! Served on Texas Toast, this juicy burger is topped with melty cheddar cheese, delicious bbq sauce, and crispy onion rings. Buffalo Sweat is a dark, oatmeal stout described as a “beer brownie.” The perfect desert!

“Schwab” Burger : Schlafly Pale Ale, APA – Schlafly Brewing

What do you get when you pair a classic American beer with a classic American burger? You get this Schwab & Schlafly combo! Our “Schwab” Burger is our regular burger, topped with our standard lettuce, tomato, and sweet red onion. Schlafly Pale Ale is an American Pale Ale – a great choice for an alternative to an IPA.

Blue ‘Shroom Burger : Logboat Snapper, IPA – Logboat Brewing

India Pale Ales supposedly pair excellently with blue cheese, so our Blue ‘Shroom Burger is Logboat Snapper’s perfect match. This juicy burger is topped with our thick blue cheese spread, sautéed mushrooms, and delicious bacon. The blue cheese will balance out the hops in the IPA, but still allow the flavors to stand on their own.

Casa Burger : Unfiltered Wheat, Wheat Ale – Boulevard Brewing

For those long time Casa fans, we’ve got a great pairing for you. Our iconic Casa Burger plus Boulevard’s Unfiltered Wheat equals YUM! Light bodied wheat beers are sometimes tough to pair, but the seasoned egg over easy atop this fantastic burger makes this #1 sold beer in the Midwest shine. The Casa Burger’s cheddar cheese and bacon help to add even more flavor to the mix.

Now that you know a few of our beer and burger suggestions, it’s time to try out a few of your own! Regardless of what the experts say, pairing your favorite burger and your favorite beer is foolproof. The next time you stop in for the best beer at the Lake of the Ozarks, ask for your favorite burger to go with it – you’re sure to leave full and satisfied! Just as much you love eating them, Casablanca loves making them for you. Come on by and enjoy your perfect pair!

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