{"id":15000,"date":"2026-07-23T09:00:14","date_gmt":"2026-07-23T16:00:14","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/bcaletrail.ca\/?p=15000"},"modified":"2026-07-27T14:13:29","modified_gmt":"2026-07-27T21:13:29","slug":"summer-beer-cocktails-bc-ale-trail","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/bcaletrail.ca\/summer-beer-cocktails-bc-ale-trail\/","title":{"rendered":"Shake Up Summer with BC Craft Beer Cocktails"},"content":{"rendered":"<h2><span style=\"color: #91a772;\">In the Summer, what&#8217;s more refreshing than a cold craft beer? Why, a beer cocktail, of course!<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Beer cocktails combine the flavours of craft beer with fresh citrus, herbs, spirits and seasonal ingredients to create drinks that are bright, balanced and surprisingly easy to make at home. Whether you&#8217;re hosting friends on the patio, firing up the barbecue or simply enjoying a quiet afternoon in the sunshine, the recipes we&#8217;re featuring offer a fresh take on summer sipping.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To keep things local, we&#8217;ve paired each cocktail with craft beer from BC breweries and, wherever possible, ingredients from the province. From a spicy IPA Michelada to a creamy Porter Beer Float, there&#8217;s a recipe for every taste and every occasion.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Before you start mixing, here are a few tips to help you make the most of your beer cocktails.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h4><b>Tips for Making Beer Cocktails<\/b><\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Match the beer style to the flavours in your cocktail. Not every beer pairs well with every ingredient.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">IPAs work well with citrus-forward recipes thanks to their bright hop character.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\">Crisp lagers, pilsners and lighter ales provide a clean, refreshing base.<\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Stir rather than shake. Carbonated beer and cocktail shakers don&#8217;t make the best combination. Frozen cocktails are the exception since blenders can handle those.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Don&#8217;t skip the garnish. Fresh herbs, citrus or seasonal fruit add aroma, colour and a finishing touch to make every drink feel a little more special.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-15063 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/ef5pdbk7uqr.exactdn.com\/app\/uploads\/2020\/07\/BC-Ale-Trail-Orange-Elvis-Orange-Elvis-Spinnakers-1024x768.jpg?strip=all&lossy=1&quality=90&webp=90&avif=80&sharp=1&ssl=1\" alt=\"summer beer cocktails\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ef5pdbk7uqr.exactdn.com\/app\/uploads\/2020\/07\/BC-Ale-Trail-Orange-Elvis-Orange-Elvis-Spinnakers-1024x768.jpg?strip=all&amp;lossy=1&amp;quality=90&amp;webp=90&amp;avif=80&amp;sharp=1&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/ef5pdbk7uqr.exactdn.com\/app\/uploads\/2020\/07\/BC-Ale-Trail-Orange-Elvis-Orange-Elvis-Spinnakers-300x225.jpg?strip=all&amp;lossy=1&amp;quality=90&amp;webp=90&amp;avif=80&amp;sharp=1&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/ef5pdbk7uqr.exactdn.com\/app\/uploads\/2020\/07\/BC-Ale-Trail-Orange-Elvis-Orange-Elvis-Spinnakers-768x576.jpg?strip=all&amp;lossy=1&amp;quality=90&amp;webp=90&amp;avif=80&amp;sharp=1&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/ef5pdbk7uqr.exactdn.com\/app\/uploads\/2020\/07\/BC-Ale-Trail-Orange-Elvis-Orange-Elvis-Spinnakers-748x561.jpg?strip=all&amp;lossy=1&amp;quality=90&amp;webp=90&amp;avif=80&amp;sharp=1&amp;ssl=1 748w, https:\/\/ef5pdbk7uqr.exactdn.com\/app\/uploads\/2020\/07\/BC-Ale-Trail-Orange-Elvis-Orange-Elvis-Spinnakers-500x375.jpg?strip=all&amp;lossy=1&amp;quality=90&amp;webp=90&amp;avif=80&amp;sharp=1&amp;ssl=1 500w, https:\/\/ef5pdbk7uqr.exactdn.com\/app\/uploads\/2020\/07\/BC-Ale-Trail-Orange-Elvis-Orange-Elvis-Spinnakers.jpg?strip=all&amp;lossy=1&amp;quality=90&amp;webp=90&amp;avif=80&amp;sharp=1&amp;w=384&amp;ssl=1 384w, https:\/\/ef5pdbk7uqr.exactdn.com\/app\/uploads\/2020\/07\/BC-Ale-Trail-Orange-Elvis-Orange-Elvis-Spinnakers.jpg?strip=all&amp;lossy=1&amp;quality=90&amp;webp=90&amp;avif=80&amp;sharp=1&amp;w=1152&amp;ssl=1 1152w, https:\/\/ef5pdbk7uqr.exactdn.com\/app\/uploads\/2020\/07\/BC-Ale-Trail-Orange-Elvis-Orange-Elvis-Spinnakers.jpg?strip=all&amp;lossy=1&amp;quality=90&amp;webp=90&amp;avif=80&amp;sharp=1&amp;w=1536&amp;ssl=1 1536w, https:\/\/ef5pdbk7uqr.exactdn.com\/app\/uploads\/2020\/07\/BC-Ale-Trail-Orange-Elvis-Orange-Elvis-Spinnakers.jpg?strip=all&amp;lossy=1&amp;quality=90&amp;webp=90&amp;avif=80&amp;sharp=1&amp;w=1920&amp;ssl=1 1920w, https:\/\/ef5pdbk7uqr.exactdn.com\/app\/uploads\/2020\/07\/BC-Ale-Trail-Orange-Elvis-Orange-Elvis-Spinnakers.jpg?strip=all&amp;lossy=1&amp;quality=90&amp;webp=90&amp;avif=80&amp;sharp=1&amp;w=3840&amp;ssl=1 3840w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h3>1. IPA Michelada<\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Michelada is a classic beer cocktail for a reason. Bright citrus, a touch of spice and a crisp, hop-forward IPA come together for a refreshin<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">g <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">drink that&#8217;s made for warm afternoons. This version uses a BC craft IPA for a West Coast twist on the Mexican favourite, with optional Worcestershire and hot sauce adding an extra layer of savoury flavour.<\/span><\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_15059\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-15059\" style=\"width: 328px\" class=\"wp-caption alignright\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-15059 \" src=\"https:\/\/ef5pdbk7uqr.exactdn.com\/app\/uploads\/2020\/07\/BC-Ale-Trail-beer-cocktails-Michelada-e1784847516870-300x300.jpg?strip=all&lossy=1&quality=90&webp=90&avif=80&sharp=1&resize=328%2C328&ssl=1\" alt=\"summer beer cocktails \" width=\"328\" height=\"328\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-15059\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">IPA Michelada, made with Parkside Brewery Humans IPA<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><strong>Serves: 1 | Time: 15 mins<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Ingredients:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Juice of 1 lime<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Lime wedge<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1 tbsp of sea salt (pour onto a plate)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A handful of ice cubes<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1 tbsp tequila<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Approx 3\/4 of a 473ml can of IPA (such as Parkside Brewery&#8217;s Humans IPA)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Worcestershire sauce (optional)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Tobasco sauce (optional)<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Method: <\/strong><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Squeeze lime juice into a small bowl or small measuring cup<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Use a lime wedge around the rim of your serving glass<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Carefully dip the rim of your glass in the salt (you want to have a thin rim of salt)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Add ice, lime juice and tequila to your glass<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Stir gently and then <\/span><b>slowly<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> pour your beer into the glass<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Garnish with a lime wedge<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">OPTIONAL &#8211; Add a dash of Worcestershire sauce and a couple drops of hot sauce for some kick<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h3>2. Raspberry Beergarita<\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you&#8217;re dreaming of warm weather and beachside margaritas, this raspberry beergarita brings a little vacation energy to your own backyard. Fresh raspberries, lime and tequila pair deliciously with a raspberry-forward BC craft beer for a drink that&#8217;s fruity, refreshing and easy to share. Blend it up for your next backyard gathering or sunny afternoon on the patio.<\/span><\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_15037\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-15037\" style=\"width: 306px\" class=\"wp-caption alignright\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-15037 \" src=\"https:\/\/ef5pdbk7uqr.exactdn.com\/app\/uploads\/2020\/07\/Photo-2020-07-18-16-18-50-e1784847656997-300x300.jpg?strip=all&lossy=1&quality=90&webp=90&avif=80&sharp=1&resize=306%2C306&ssl=1\" alt=\"Raspberry beergarita Twin Sails raspberry wheat\" width=\"306\" height=\"306\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ef5pdbk7uqr.exactdn.com\/app\/uploads\/2020\/07\/Photo-2020-07-18-16-18-50-e1784847656997-300x300.jpg?strip=all&lossy=1&quality=90&webp=90&avif=80&sharp=1&resize=306%2C306&ssl=1 306w, https:\/\/ef5pdbk7uqr.exactdn.com\/app\/uploads\/2020\/07\/Photo-2020-07-18-16-18-50-e1784847656997-300x300.jpg?strip=all&amp;lossy=1&amp;quality=90&amp;webp=90&amp;avif=80&amp;sharp=1&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/ef5pdbk7uqr.exactdn.com\/app\/uploads\/2020\/07\/Photo-2020-07-18-16-18-50-e1784847656997-150x150.jpg?strip=all&amp;lossy=1&amp;quality=90&amp;webp=90&amp;avif=80&amp;sharp=1&amp;ssl=1 150w, https:\/\/ef5pdbk7uqr.exactdn.com\/app\/uploads\/2020\/07\/Photo-2020-07-18-16-18-50-e1784847656997-768x768.jpg?strip=all&amp;lossy=1&amp;quality=90&amp;webp=90&amp;avif=80&amp;sharp=1&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/ef5pdbk7uqr.exactdn.com\/app\/uploads\/2020\/07\/Photo-2020-07-18-16-18-50-e1784847656997-1024x1024.jpg?strip=all&amp;lossy=1&amp;quality=90&amp;webp=90&amp;avif=80&amp;sharp=1&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/ef5pdbk7uqr.exactdn.com\/app\/uploads\/2020\/07\/Photo-2020-07-18-16-18-50-e1784847656997-561x561.jpg?strip=all&amp;lossy=1&amp;quality=90&amp;webp=90&amp;avif=80&amp;sharp=1&amp;ssl=1 561w, https:\/\/ef5pdbk7uqr.exactdn.com\/app\/uploads\/2020\/07\/Photo-2020-07-18-16-18-50-e1784847656997-500x500.jpg?strip=all&amp;lossy=1&amp;quality=90&amp;webp=90&amp;avif=80&amp;sharp=1&amp;ssl=1 500w, https:\/\/ef5pdbk7uqr.exactdn.com\/app\/uploads\/2020\/07\/Photo-2020-07-18-16-18-50-e1784847656997-1536x1536.jpg?strip=all&amp;lossy=1&amp;quality=90&amp;webp=90&amp;avif=80&amp;sharp=1&amp;ssl=1 1536w, https:\/\/ef5pdbk7uqr.exactdn.com\/app\/uploads\/2020\/07\/Photo-2020-07-18-16-18-50-e1784847656997-2048x2048.jpg?strip=all&amp;lossy=1&amp;quality=90&amp;webp=90&amp;avif=80&amp;sharp=1&amp;ssl=1 2048w, https:\/\/ef5pdbk7uqr.exactdn.com\/app\/uploads\/2020\/07\/Photo-2020-07-18-16-18-50-e1784847656997-360x360.jpg?strip=all&amp;lossy=1&amp;quality=90&amp;webp=90&amp;avif=80&amp;sharp=1&amp;ssl=1 360w, https:\/\/ef5pdbk7uqr.exactdn.com\/app\/uploads\/2020\/07\/Photo-2020-07-18-16-18-50-e1784847656997-842x842.jpg?strip=all&amp;lossy=1&amp;quality=90&amp;webp=90&amp;avif=80&amp;sharp=1&amp;ssl=1 842w, https:\/\/ef5pdbk7uqr.exactdn.com\/app\/uploads\/2020\/07\/Photo-2020-07-18-16-18-50-e1784847656997.jpg?strip=all&amp;lossy=1&amp;quality=90&amp;webp=90&amp;avif=80&amp;sharp=1&amp;w=1152&amp;ssl=1 1152w, https:\/\/ef5pdbk7uqr.exactdn.com\/app\/uploads\/2020\/07\/Photo-2020-07-18-16-18-50-e1784847656997.jpg?strip=all&amp;lossy=1&amp;quality=90&amp;webp=90&amp;avif=80&amp;sharp=1&amp;w=1920&amp;ssl=1 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 306px) 100vw, 306px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-15037\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Raspberry Beergarita, made with a Raspberry Ale.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><strong>Serves: 2 | Time: 10 mins<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Ingredients:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1 cup fresh raspberries<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1\/2 cup water<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1 tbsp brown sugar<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">4-6 tbsp of tequila, or adjust to your taste<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1 small lime, juiced<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1 tall can of raspberry ale (such as Trading Post&#8217;s Raspberry Wheat Ale)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1 cup of ice<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Lime wedges<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">OPTIONAL &#8211; Salt for the rim of your glassware (see cocktail #1)<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Method: <\/strong><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In a blender, blend raspberries and water until smooth. Strain raspberries in a wire mesh colander over a bowl and pour juice back into the blender.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Add remaining ingredients and blend until smooth.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It will be very frothy, so let the liquid settle (just as you would a pint) before pouring.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">While your liquid is settling, use a lime wedge to wet the rim of your glasses. Rim with salt.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pour, add a lime wedge to each glass and enjoy!<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><b>Note:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> If you use frozen raspberries, increase your water amount to 3\/4 cup. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><em>Original cocktail recipe by <a href=\"https:\/\/sofabfood.com\/raspberry-beergarita\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">sofabgood.com<\/a>.\u00a0<\/em><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h3>3. Orange Elvis<\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Citrus and hops are a natural pairing, making this IPA cocktail bright, aromatic and surprisingly smooth. Gin, orange juice and a splash of elderflower liqueur complement the beer without overpowering it, while fresh herbs add an extra burst of summer flavour.<\/span><\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_15039\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-15039\" style=\"width: 300px\" class=\"wp-caption alignright\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-15039 size-medium\" src=\"https:\/\/ef5pdbk7uqr.exactdn.com\/app\/uploads\/2020\/07\/Photo-2020-07-18-17-03-03-e1784847940619-300x300.jpg?strip=all&lossy=1&quality=90&webp=90&avif=80&sharp=1&ssl=1\" alt=\"summer beer cocktails\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-15039\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">The Orange Elvis cocktail, made with Yellow Dog Play Dead IPA and Spinnakers Botanical Beach gin<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><strong>Serves: 1 | Time: 5 mins<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Ingredients:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2 oz (4 tbsp) of dry gin (such as Spinnaker&#8217;s Botanical Beach London Dry Gin)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">4 oz or a 1\/4 tall can of IPA (such as Yellow Dog Play Dead IPA or Parkside\u2019s Humans IPA)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1\/2 oz (2 tbsp) St. Germain (semi-optional)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ice<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">OPTIONAL &#8211; Fresh mint for garnish<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Method: <\/strong><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Put some ice cubes in your glass.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Add gin, orange juice and St. Germain to a cocktail glass (or whatever you have available)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Use the stem of a spoon to stir and combine.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Slowly pour the beer.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Garnish with some fresh rosemary or mint.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Enjoy!<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><b>Note:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> If you have a cocktail shaker, add ice, gin, juice and St. Germain. Shake, shake, shake, and strain into a glass with ice cubes. <\/span><b>Slowly<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> pour IPA over ice. <\/span><b>Add the beer after shaking to preserve the carbonation.<\/b><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h3>4. Raspberry Gin-ger Beer<\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sweet raspberries, zesty lemon, homemade ginger syrup and gin come together in this vibrant cocktail, with a raspberry beer adding a refreshing finish. It takes a little extra preparation, but the homemade syrup is well worth the effort, and you&#8217;ll have enough left over for another round.<\/span><\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_15061\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-15061\" style=\"width: 300px\" class=\"wp-caption alignright\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-15061 \" src=\"https:\/\/ef5pdbk7uqr.exactdn.com\/app\/uploads\/2020\/07\/BC-Ale-Trail-beer-cocktails-raspberry-ginger-feature-photo-e1784848202679-300x300.jpg?strip=all&lossy=1&quality=90&webp=90&avif=80&sharp=1&ssl=1\" alt=\"summer beer cocktails\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-15061\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Raspberry Gin-ger Beer, made with Raspberry Ale and Spinnakers Botanical Beach gin<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><strong>Serves: 2 | Time: 1 hour<\/strong><\/p>\n<h4>Ginger Syrup<\/h4>\n<p><strong>Ingredients:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>1 1\/4 cup (150 g) of fresh ginger root, chopped<\/li>\n<li>1 cup sugar<\/li>\n<li>1 1\/2 cup water<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Method: <\/strong><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li>Combine water, sugar and ginger in a small saucepan.<\/li>\n<li>Heat to a gentle boil.<\/li>\n<li>Reduce heat to a simmer and stir until sugar dissolves.<\/li>\n<li>Remove from heat and let mixture steep for 30 mins.<\/li>\n<li>Strain and chill in a covered container in the fridge.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><strong>Note:<\/strong> You&#8217;ll have enough left for at least four cocktails.<\/p>\n<h4><\/h4>\n<h4>The Cocktail<\/h4>\n<p><strong>Ingredients:<\/strong><\/p>\n<div class=\"recipe-list--ingredients\">\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">5 tbsp lemon juice, fresh or bottled<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1\/3 cup (75 ml) ginger syrup<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1 1\/2 oz (3 tbsp) gin (such as Spinnaker&#8217;s Botanical Beach London Dry Gin)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1\/2 cup ice cubes<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1 tall can of raspberry beer (such as Giant&#8217;s Head&#8217;s <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Razzle Dazzle). <br aria-hidden=\"true\" \/><\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Method:<\/strong><\/p>\n<div class=\"recipe-list--directions\">\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Place lemon juice, syrup, gin, and ice into a blender in the order listed and secure lid.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Blend on low for a few seconds and then on high for 15 seconds.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pour half of the mixture into a glass over ice and top with half a can of the beer. Repeat in the second glass.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Stir and garnish with a lime wedge or some fresh mint.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Enjoy!<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><em>You can find the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vitamix.com\/mx\/en_us\/recipes\/gin-ger-beer-cocktail\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">original recipe here.<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<hr \/>\n<h3>5. Black Velvet<\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Simple, elegant and ready in just a few minutes, the Black Velvet combines sparkling wine with a rich porter or stout for a cocktail that&#8217;s both refreshing and decadent. This version uses BC-made bubbly and craft beer for a local take on a timeless classic.<\/span><\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_15041\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-15041\" style=\"width: 275px\" class=\"wp-caption alignright\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-15041 \" src=\"https:\/\/ef5pdbk7uqr.exactdn.com\/app\/uploads\/2020\/07\/Photo-2020-07-18-18-00-15-e1784848556765-300x300.jpg?strip=all&lossy=1&quality=90&webp=90&avif=80&sharp=1&resize=275%2C275&ssl=1\" alt=\"Black velvet beer cocktail \" width=\"275\" height=\"275\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-15041\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">The Black Velvet, made with Yellow Dog Shake a Paw Smoked Porter and Evolve Cellars Pink Effervescence<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><strong>Serves: 1 | Time: 2-3 mins<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Ingredients:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">4 oz bubbly wine (such as Evolve Cellars Pink Effervescence)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">4 oz porter or stout beer (such as Yellow Dog Smoked Porter)<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Method: <\/strong><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pour bubbly into glass (will hit about halfway in a traditional champagne glass)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Top it off by slowly pouring your beer.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Make another for your partner.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Enjoy!<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><b>Note:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> While not in season, a stout should give the cocktail an impressive layered look. Regardless, both versions are delicious.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h3>6. Porter Beer Float<\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This grown-up take on the classic ice cream float pairs creamy vanilla ice cream with a rich porter or stout for a dessert that&#8217;s equal parts nostalgic and indulgent. It&#8217;s easy to make, fun to serve and guaranteed to be a conversation starter at your next summer gathering.<\/span><\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_15060\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-15060\" style=\"width: 300px\" class=\"wp-caption alignright\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-15060 size-medium\" src=\"https:\/\/ef5pdbk7uqr.exactdn.com\/app\/uploads\/2020\/07\/BC-Ale-Trail-beer-cocktails-Porter-Beer-Float-e1784848865881-300x300.jpg?strip=all&lossy=1&quality=90&webp=90&avif=80&sharp=1&ssl=1\" alt=\"summer beer cocktails\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ef5pdbk7uqr.exactdn.com\/app\/uploads\/2020\/07\/BC-Ale-Trail-beer-cocktails-Porter-Beer-Float-e1784848865881-300x300.jpg?strip=all&amp;lossy=1&amp;quality=90&amp;webp=90&amp;avif=80&amp;sharp=1&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/ef5pdbk7uqr.exactdn.com\/app\/uploads\/2020\/07\/BC-Ale-Trail-beer-cocktails-Porter-Beer-Float-e1784848865881-150x150.jpg?strip=all&amp;lossy=1&amp;quality=90&amp;webp=90&amp;avif=80&amp;sharp=1&amp;ssl=1 150w, https:\/\/ef5pdbk7uqr.exactdn.com\/app\/uploads\/2020\/07\/BC-Ale-Trail-beer-cocktails-Porter-Beer-Float-e1784848865881-768x768.jpg?strip=all&amp;lossy=1&amp;quality=90&amp;webp=90&amp;avif=80&amp;sharp=1&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/ef5pdbk7uqr.exactdn.com\/app\/uploads\/2020\/07\/BC-Ale-Trail-beer-cocktails-Porter-Beer-Float-e1784848865881-1024x1024.jpg?strip=all&amp;lossy=1&amp;quality=90&amp;webp=90&amp;avif=80&amp;sharp=1&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/ef5pdbk7uqr.exactdn.com\/app\/uploads\/2020\/07\/BC-Ale-Trail-beer-cocktails-Porter-Beer-Float-e1784848865881-561x561.jpg?strip=all&amp;lossy=1&amp;quality=90&amp;webp=90&amp;avif=80&amp;sharp=1&amp;ssl=1 561w, https:\/\/ef5pdbk7uqr.exactdn.com\/app\/uploads\/2020\/07\/BC-Ale-Trail-beer-cocktails-Porter-Beer-Float-e1784848865881-500x500.jpg?strip=all&amp;lossy=1&amp;quality=90&amp;webp=90&amp;avif=80&amp;sharp=1&amp;ssl=1 500w, https:\/\/ef5pdbk7uqr.exactdn.com\/app\/uploads\/2020\/07\/BC-Ale-Trail-beer-cocktails-Porter-Beer-Float-e1784848865881-1536x1536.jpg?strip=all&amp;lossy=1&amp;quality=90&amp;webp=90&amp;avif=80&amp;sharp=1&amp;ssl=1 1536w, https:\/\/ef5pdbk7uqr.exactdn.com\/app\/uploads\/2020\/07\/BC-Ale-Trail-beer-cocktails-Porter-Beer-Float-e1784848865881-2048x2048.jpg?strip=all&amp;lossy=1&amp;quality=90&amp;webp=90&amp;avif=80&amp;sharp=1&amp;ssl=1 2048w, https:\/\/ef5pdbk7uqr.exactdn.com\/app\/uploads\/2020\/07\/BC-Ale-Trail-beer-cocktails-Porter-Beer-Float-e1784848865881-360x360.jpg?strip=all&amp;lossy=1&amp;quality=90&amp;webp=90&amp;avif=80&amp;sharp=1&amp;ssl=1 360w, https:\/\/ef5pdbk7uqr.exactdn.com\/app\/uploads\/2020\/07\/BC-Ale-Trail-beer-cocktails-Porter-Beer-Float-e1784848865881-842x842.jpg?strip=all&amp;lossy=1&amp;quality=90&amp;webp=90&amp;avif=80&amp;sharp=1&amp;ssl=1 842w, https:\/\/ef5pdbk7uqr.exactdn.com\/app\/uploads\/2020\/07\/BC-Ale-Trail-beer-cocktails-Porter-Beer-Float-e1784848865881.jpg?strip=all&amp;lossy=1&amp;quality=90&amp;webp=90&amp;avif=80&amp;sharp=1&amp;w=1152&amp;ssl=1 1152w, https:\/\/ef5pdbk7uqr.exactdn.com\/app\/uploads\/2020\/07\/BC-Ale-Trail-beer-cocktails-Porter-Beer-Float-e1784848865881.jpg?strip=all&amp;lossy=1&amp;quality=90&amp;webp=90&amp;avif=80&amp;sharp=1&amp;w=1920&amp;ssl=1 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-15060\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">The Smoked Porter Beer Float with Yellow Dog Smoked Porter and vanilla ice cream.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><strong>Serves: 2 | Time: 5 mins<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Ingredients:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Vanilla ice cream (such as Island Farms)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1 tall can of porter or stout (such as Yellow Dog Shake a Paw Smoked Porter)<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Method: <\/strong><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fill two small mason jars (or glassware of your choice) each with around two big scoops of ice cream<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Slowly<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> pour half a can of the beer over the ice cream in each glass.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Enjoy the creamy, fizzy finish!<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><b>Note:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> If you have kids or want a non-alcoholic version,<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/bcaletrail.ca\/breweries\/phillips-brewing-malting-co\/\"> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Phillips Brewing &amp; Malting<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> offers a great root beer. It&#8217;s available in most grocery stores.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h4 style=\"text-align: center;\"><b>Share your beer cocktail creations with us by tagging @bcaletrail on social media. Happy mixing!<\/b><\/h4>\n<hr \/>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Originally written by Yasmine Hardcastle on July 22, 2020. Updated by the BC Ale Trail team in 2026.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>In the Summer, what&#8217;s more refreshing than a cold craft beer? Why, a beer cocktail, of course! Beer cocktails combine the flavours of craft beer with fresh citrus, herbs, spirits and seasonal ingredients to create drinks that are bright, balanced and surprisingly easy to make at home. 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