The idea of possibly ruining two things we really enjoy – beef burgers and dark beer – with something like blue cheese was a real concern.
But to the bold go the rewards, and we found the Bar B Q Hockley Dark Grilled Flat Bread Burgers worth the risk. Add this to your summer menu if you’re interested in trying an elevated burger.
The salty funkiness of the blue cheese boldly contrasts the beer’s roasted malts with hints of caramel/toffee, chocolate and coffee. The right combination of garnishes – including horseradish, red onion and paprika – helps harmonize the flavours.
Also helps to know how to fold flatbread without snapping it in half. Wrap in a moist paper towel and microwave for 10-15 seconds. Then follow the recipe at hockleybeer.ca/recipe/bar-b-q-hockley-dark-ale-grilled-flat-bread-burgers/
Try this popular classic with your favourite dark beer. But we really enjoyed it when we cooked and paired with Hockley Dark.
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