Mussels with Fennel, Lemon, and Belgian Ale

Slightly bitter Belgian ale combines nicely with the brininess of mussels. (By Aida Mollenkamp)

Basic Highball

Combines bubbles and ice. (By Rob Chirico)

Lambic Sangría

A fruity, beer-based sangría with raspberries and orange. (By Kate Ramos)

Pimm's Cup

A Wimbledon classic. (By Rob Chirico)

Beer-Braised Bratwursts with Onion

Served swathed in mustard on a toasted hoagie roll. (By Amy Wisniewski)

Cranberry Culprit

Bourbon and amaretto liven up cranberries. (By Amy Wisniewski)

Bermuda Highball

Truly escapist. (By Rob Chirico)

Basic Cooler

The choice of liquor is up to you! (By Rob Chirico)

Smoked Paprika and Rutabaga Bisque

Earthy rutabagas puréed into a silky vegetarian bisque and spiked with smoky paprika. (By Kate Ramos)

Smoked Salmon Tea Sandwiches

Lovely as a tea sandwich or on its own. (By Aida Mollenkamp)

Full Moon Punch

Duggan McDonnell concocted this eerily strong pumpkin-hued punch. (By Duggan McDonnell)

Guinness Stout Marinade

Lime zest tames the bitterness of stout in this great beef marinade. (By Jim Tarantino)

CHOW Root Beer

Brew and bottle this classic soda yourself. (By Regan Burns)

Welsh Rarebit Bites

Beer-laced cheese spread on toasted bread makes for undeniable deliciousness. (By Aida Mollenkamp)

Pot Roast with Porcini and Beer

Richly sauced with mushrooms, herbs, Dijon mustard, and beer. (By Roy Finamore)