Beer is quickly growing in popularity. There are increasing tap handles to choose from and some smaller restaurants are featuring beer menus. Many wine bars will carry some very upscale and sophisticated beers. If you are not a beer geek how do you figure out one type of beer from another?
What to do
1-Ask questions. The bartender will have some knowledge of the beers that they are serving. A smart bartender or server will have taken the time to taste the beer.
2-Tell the server or bartender what kinds of beers you like. If you know you like dark sweet beers the server will be able to suggest alternatives.
3-Feel free to ask for a sample of what is on tap. It’s ok to find out for yourself if the beer is really something you will like. Unfortunately this doesn’t apply to bottled beers.
4-Tip well. If the bartender is willing to increase your dining and drinking pleasure by helping you out with your beer selection then return the favor.
What not to do
1-Don’t stick with a pedestrian beer. If you have an opportunity to try something different, go for it.
2-Don’t wear heavy colognes or wear colognes heavily. This changes your ability to evaluate your beer. It also changes everyone else’s.
3-Don’t gag or make faces if the beer is not to your liking. If you find the beer offensive then politely say so. Be able to express what it is that you don’t care for without the drama and ask for another suggestion.
4-Don’t be stingy. Tip well.
Picture is Vino's at Roseville. I was not able to find out who took it.
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