What Can I Expect

Did you know whisky and beer pairing is a thing? Well it is and you can find out all about it on these hands-on masterclasses held at a Brewhouse & Kitchen near you!

Drinking a whisky followed by a beer chaser is known as a ‘boilermaker'. And it seems craft beer and whisky connoisseurs are getting increasingly keen on the combination of a strong whisky followed by a cool beer, so these fun tasting workshops have been created to show you what it's all about.

Lined up on your tasting sheet will be five whiskies and five artisan beers in special tasting glasses. You'll note what you feel are the aromas, taste and the finish of the whisky. Then you'll jot down the complementing and contrasting flavours of the beer that has been paired with that whisky.

Indeed, a beer with contrasting flavours can go just as well with a whisky, as a beer with complementary flavours, so it'll be really interesting to taste and find out what you think. Does that dark, peaty whisky go with a nice pale ale? Or do you prefer a stout beer chaser to your crisp whisky shot? You'll be asked to note whether you think each ‘boilermaker' pairing is a match or not.

As well as enjoying the tastings, you'll hear lots about the history and origins of beers and whiskies. It's fascinating to learn how the distilling and brewing process resemble and differ, but all with the same aim in the end - to make a drink you love.

And you won't just be on a liquid diet. During the masterclass, water and nibbles will also be served. And after the tasting is complete, you'll sit down to your choice of dish from the B&K Academy menu, which features classic pub food with veggie and vegan options too. Book your place on the whisky and beer pairing workshop at the Brewhouse & Kitchen near you now!

When Is It Available

• Selected weekdays and Saturdays throughout the year (generally two dates per week)
• Dates and session times are subject to availability at your chosen venue
• Please note: Days/Times can be subject to change and bookings are required

Whisky and Beer Pairing

• Thursday 7.45pm (Brewer)
• Saturday 5pm

Suitable For

• Minimum age 18

Spectators

• Not suitable for spectators

Anything Else

• Bookings for up to 8 people can be made online
• Should you be organising a party of more than 8 people please advise when booking your date

Menu

Sample Academy Menu

Choose either a burger or a main

   

Burgers

Served with a side of skin-on Fries

All burgers are also available 'naked' (with a side salad instead of fries and no bun)

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B&K Cheeseburger

British brisket & chuck patty in a brioche bun

with lettuce, red onion, pickles, cheddar cheese and red onion and stout chutney

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Buttermilk Chicken Burger

Southern fried buttermilk chicken in a brioche bun

with lettuce, beef tomato, creamy slaw and chipotle mayo

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Chicken & Avocado

Grilled chicken breast in a brioche bun

with lettuce, mayo, beef tomato and smashed avocado

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Buffalo Chicken

Southern fried buttermilk chicken coated in a spicy Buffalo sauce in a brioche bun

with lettuce, beef tomato, creamy slaw and chipotle mayo

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Halloumi (v)

Pan fried halloumi slices in a brioche bun

with red pepper hummus, rocket and chilli jam

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Vegan (vg)

Beyond Meat patty in a vegan bun

with lettuce, red onion, dill pickle and vegan chipotle mayo

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Mains

   

1/4 Beer Can Chicken, chips & Buttered Corn Cobs

served with a choice of 'Beer-B-Cue' Katsu Curry or B&K Spicy Buffalo sauce

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8oz Gammon Steak, Egg & Chips

served with 2 fried free-range eggs, chunky chips and peppery watercress

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Cajun Salad - Chicken Breast or Vegan Chik'un (g) (b)

Cajun spiced and over baked, topped with roasted red peppers

served with broccoli on a salad of watercress, lettuce, tomato and onion

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Legend Lager Battered Cod & Chips

Sustainably sources cod battered in craft lager

with chunky chips, minted mushy peas, a dill pickle, homemade tartare sauce and fresh lemon

   

(g) Gluten Free Dishes (v) Vegetarian Dishes (vg) Vegan Dishes (b) Below 500 Calories

Some dishes may contain or have traces of nuts or dairy