Wisconsin Beer And Wine: Fine Drinking With Gourmet Artisan Cheeses And Bratwursts

Wisconsin has a well-deserved reputation for superior-tasting beers. A thirsty traveler can find a great Wisconsin beer on any off-beaten path. If you need directions, a helpful guide book is Breweries of Wisconsin by Jerry Apps The guide was so popular that Jerry had to write an updated 2nd edition. Another excellent travel guide for the beer enthusiast is Wisconsin's Best Breweries and Brewpubs, authored by UW-Madison life sciences professor and beer-connoisseur, Robin Shepard. Beer is one of the classics studied at UW. And following years of conscientious tasting, graduating Wisconsin gourmets can effortlessly recommend the perfect beers to pair with Wisconsin's artisan cheeses and bratwursts.
Sadly, in the bright light of excellent beers, our Wisconsin wines are over-shadowed. Yes, some of us grow grapes in addition to corn and soybeans. And some WI horticulturists transform the fruit of the vine into sensational wines. In fact, WI has 21 wineries, less than half the number of beer-brewing establishments, but still a respectable number. And fall is grape-harvesting season, - time to go to a WI winery to sample different wines. Nibble your favorite artisanal cheese as you sip. When the warming glow of good wine and flavorful cheeses elevate your mood, you'll consider throwing your own wine and cheese party.
Inviting friends to enjoy a Wisconsin selection of wines and cheeses is an easy, relaxing, and wonderfully fun way to celebrate the fall harvest. With enough gourmet food and spirits, we won't be cold in Wisconsin for a long time.