Five best beers for the summer, from your friends at Purdy Meyers

While Purdy Meyers specializes in curating the cocktail experience, we understand the desire for a refreshing beer on a hot summer day.

Here are five recommendations from the experts at Purdy Meyers to beat the heat, focusing on lighter styles and taste profiles.

Crisp Lagers

These light-bodied, pale beers are known for their clean finish and refreshing bite. Popular options include German Pilsners, Czech Pilsners, and American Lagers. Their low alcohol content (around 4-5% ABV) makes them perfect for day-drinking sessions.

Fruited Wheat Beers

These light and effervescent beers often incorporate citrus flavors like lemon or grapefruit, making them incredibly refreshing. They can be slightly tart or have a hint of sweetness. Look for Belgian Witbiers or American Wheat Ales with fruit additions.

Kölsch

This German-style ale is light and straw-colored, with a subtle hoppy aroma and a clean, crisp finish. Kölsch is known for its high drinkability, making it a great choice for a hot day.

Session IPAs

For those who enjoy a bit more hoppy character, session IPAs offer a lower alcohol content (around 4-5% ABV) compared to traditional IPAs. These beers are still bursting with citrusy and floral hop flavors, but without the heavy bitterness.

Sour Beers

While some sours can be quite tart, there are varieties that are perfect for summer. Look for Berliner Weisse, a German-style sour wheat beer with a light body and a refreshingly tart flavor profile. Fruited sour beers, often incorporating watermelon, berries, or other summer fruits, can also be a delightful option.

Purdy Meyers Pro Tip

Elevate your beer drinking experience with the right glassware! Chilling your glass beforehand and using a pilsner glass for lagers or a wheat beer glass for fruited options will enhance the aroma and flavors of your chosen brew.

While these are some suggestions, there are many other fantastic summer beers to explore. So grab a cold one, kick back, and enjoy the warm weather. Cheers!

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