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11 Beer Cocktails That Are Perfect for Super Bowl Sunday

Updated on February 08, 2024

By: Food Network Kitchen

Here’s how to easily upgrade your favorite ale or lager whether you’re tailgating or watching at home.

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Your Favorite Brews, But Better

So, your game day snacks are a total touchdown (we see you chili, chicken wings and football-shaped foods!) but when it comes to drinks you’re just cracking a couple of beers? Don’t sweat it! It’s easy to take your favorite cold one to the next level. Whether you’re a fan of IPAs or stouts (or something in between) we’ve got all the recipes you need, starting with this savory, spicy sip. It’s ready in just 10 minutes—and the perfect pairing for brats, pulled pork and all the other Game Day greats. For the perfect balance of flavor, choose a dark Mexican beer for this cocktail—and kick it up with chile powder like Jeff does!

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Beer Sangria

Skip white wine in favor of grape juice and wheat beer as the basis for this crowd-pleasing sangria.

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Pitch Dark Coffee Stout

The double dose of coffee (in both espresso and liqueur form) as well as sweet black currants bring out the chocolatey best in a stout beer.

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Lime beer cocktail garnished with lime wedges and served in a glass pitcher.

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Lime Beer Cocktail

Sandra's three-ingredient cocktail comes together in just five minutes.

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Spicy Beer-y Bloody Mary

Malty, sweet brown ale brings body and fizz to the classic Bloody Mary. This version is thinner than the standard brunch staple, making it all the better for sipping with snacks.

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Manhattan Beer Slushie

An icy beer granita is the base for this grown-up slushie. If you like your drinks sweeter, go for a high-wheat-percentage bourbon; if you like them spicier, go with a high-rye-percentage bourbon. Either way, it goes down smooth.

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Pale Ginger Shandy

A shandy is the classic combo of beer and lemonade. Spicy ginger syrup and tart lemon juice round out the hoppy ale, with an extra burst of bubbles from club soda. Add leftover ginger syrup to a bowl of berries for a simple dessert.

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Orange Bee Sting

Honey and orange liqueur bring out the sweetness in wheat beer, while the bitters amplify the beer's spicy notes. Squeeze the orange wedge into the cocktail for a pronounced citrusy finish.

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