Beermosa

By Steve Kilcullen Jump to Recipe

Forget the champagne and indulge yourself in the Beermosa at your next brunch.

‘Twas a quiet Sunday morning in the village. The church bells had ceased their ringing, and the services were all done for the day, allowing every congregation to go forth and hopefully continue being civil to others. The cafés and cozy bistros were filling up with the calm and polite masses, all bedecked in white linens and floral prints. The river that snaked through the middle of this cute hamlet had more than a few boats lazing along it, with the lovers aboard smooching and crooning to each other.

And in one particular corner of this idyllic paradise, brunch was being served. Omelettes, Mimosas and slices of cantaloupe were abundant, and everyone present nibbled and giggled, noshing softly to the relaxing tones of Demis Roussos. And then a tall, rotund character in a trucker hat that had I’m Eggscellent inscribed on it bursts in, all smiles and guffaws, excited to experience something and someplace new. But they request an odd beverage.

The Beermosa. The name reverberated through the latticed and doilied atmosphere of this quaint eatery, causing everyone to whisper to each other with an almost macabre curiosity. After the initial moment of shock, everybody’s intrigue and thirst took over, and rounds of Beermosas began to flow. By the time brunch was over, all had fallen in love with the orange juice and light beer mixture, and were collectively bellowing Ronnie Milsap’s “Smoky Mountain Rain” at the top of their lungs.

Brunch would never be the same, y’all.

What is the best beer to use in a Beermosa?

Our recipe recommends a light (or lite) beer for the Beermosa. This will give the beverage a balanced body, making each sip a lovely blend of lager and orange flavor. As we’re doing a riff on the classic Mimosa, which itself is lighter than many other alcoholic beverages, you don’t want a harsh or overwhelming taste by using a heavy ale or stout. My preference is a boat beer, like Salty Crew (which might not be available everywhere), or something like Anchor Steam. While not necessarily “light”, they work perfectly for me. Play around with a few different brewskis and see what your taste buds prefer.

What glassware and garnish are used?

Chill a pint glass in your freezer for up to 30 minutes, mix your Beermosa inside, and garnish with a fresh orange wheel on the rim.

What is the best orange juice to make a Beermosa with?

Freshly squeezed and strained of any pulp is the best way to go, but there’s also nothing wrong with grabbing a carton of your preferred brand of O.J. from the grocery store. I’m a Donald Duck fella, myself.

Other beer-based beverages worth trying

The beer fridge is fully stocked, and all of your friends are on the way over. The grill is hot, the hamburgers primed and ready… but you have this feeling that you need to serve up a different kind of oat soda. Then you remember that Twist & Toast has some mouth-watering beer cocktails and beverages that’ll help turn your suds into something spectacular. Try these out when your guests arrive.

• Beer Paloma – Sour, sweet and refreshing, the Beer Paloma is a simple twist on the classic cocktail.
• Tequila and Beer – Have any tequila handy? Now you can make this powerful summertime sipper.
• Shandy Beer – This citrus-forward beverage is one of my favorite weekend treats.
• Beer Margarita – Here’s a combo that’ll please any thirsty crowd.