Perfect Pairings

We believe in the complete beer tasting experience at FireWorks. Since we know our beer just as well as we know our own menu, we’ve made a list of dishes to go with your favorite Empyrean Brewing Co® beers. Scroll to see them all.

We hope this helps you become just as passionate about food and beer pairings as we are.

Ask your servers about Perfect Pairings for our rotating beers.

 

The 3 Pillars of Beer Pairings:

COMPLEMENT

A beer with a flavor profile that is similar to the dish. The beer and food “complete” each other.

CONTRAST

Choosing a beer with opposing flavors can create a memorable and exciting taste experience.

CLEANSE

A cleansing beer neither matches nor contrasts, but cleanses the palate so the senses can assess new flavors.

Golden Cypher Hazy IPA

Golden Cypher Hazy IPA is a golden ale that features juicy apricot and citrus sweetness with just a hint of bitterness. Pair with Mexican dishes, fried chicken, chips, crisp potato salads, burgers with BBQ Sauce, fresh fruit and Indian curries. Try ordering…

  • Grand Mac Daddy
  • Bacon Apple Whiskey Burger
  • Chicken Enchiladas

Watch Man IPA®

Watch Man IPA® keeps the bitterness firm but in check, and it is accented by floral and citrus notes from the hops. Pair with flaky grilled fish, creamy pastas and hearty salads. Might we suggest…

  • Philly Cheesesteak Pasta
  • Maui Fish Tacos
  • Wedge Salad

Chaco Canyon Gold®

We brew this easy-going golden ale with a bit of honey for a unique, sweet-yet-dry character balanced with a crisp hop finish. Pair with fried foods, Southwest cuisine and grilled chicken or fish. We suggest pairing it with FireWorks…

  • Southwest Crab Cake Salad
  • Chicken Milan
  • Tuscan Chicken

Burning Skye Scottish-style Ale

Brewed in the tradition of Scotland’s malty-sweet beers. Sweet and smooth with a wee hint of smoked character. Pair with grilled chicken, beef, BBQ or wild game. We recommend…

  • Backdraft Brisket
  • Top Sirloin
  • Rotisserie Chicken

Third Stone Brown®

A myth-shattering ale that proves all dark beers don’t have to be filling. Sweetly smooth with nutty hints of roasted caramel flavor. Pair with grilled beef or vegetables, Southwest cuisine and caramel desserts.

  • Chicken Enchiladas
  • Filet Mingon
  • Sweet Italian Pizza

Luna Sea ESB

Extra Special Bitter is our homage to the best of English beers. Brewed with imported English malts for a bold, caramel-sweet, yet crisp ale. So balanced, it’s lunacy! Pair with grilled steak, salmon, BBQ, wild game and caramel desserts. Try ordering a…

  • BBQ Chicken Pizza
  • Black & Bleu Burger
  • Steaks

Collapsar Oatmeal Stout

Can you escape the pull? Coffee-like roasted flavors are smoothed by the addition of oatmeal. Like our Irish brethren, we infuse our stout with nitrogen gas for a creamy head that “collapses” when poured. Pair with grilled steak, salmon, ribs and grilled chicken. May we suggest…

  • Rotisserie Prime Rib
  • Cola Cake
  • Crab Ravioli