Field Guide: Bier & Fish Pairings

A handy guide for casting wisely and drinking locally.

Fish Fry season is sacred. So is proper bier. This year, we’re pairing your catch with our own Lowlands Brewing Collaborative lineup — because if we’ve got a bier for every mood, we might as well match it to every fish on the menu.

The Crispy Catch: Breaded & Fried Perch, Bluegill, Haddock

Cast with:

• Top Pick: Theresa Tripel – Bright carbonation cuts through the crunch.
• High Pilsner – Clean, crisp, classic. Cuts the fry, refreshes the palate.
• Honorable Mention: High Speed Wit – Citrus and soft spice brighten every crunchy bite.

The Northwoods Fave: Pan-Fried Walleye

Cast with:

• Top Pick: High Pilsner – Lets the fish shine.
• Theresa Tripel – Perfect pairing for delicate fish with buttery finishes.
• Honorable Mention: Lowlands Imperial Cider – Crisp apple acidity beautifully cuts buttery fish.

The Coastal Crowd: Shrimp, Calamari, Seafood Starters

Cast with:

• Top Pick: High Speed Wit – Citrus meets brine.
• Hollander IPA – Hops + spice = magic with blackened or jerk shrimp.
• Honorable Mention: Theresa Tripel – Soft fruit notes play beautifully with briny seafood, and the dry finish keeps things crisp.

The Rich & Buttery: Salmon, Trout

Cast with:

• Top Pick: Theresa Tripel – Bubbles lift richness, malt holds its own against bold rubs and roasted flavors.
• Tandem Dubbel – Malty depth for roasted or spice-rubbed salmon.
• Hollander IPA – Cuts through richness with bold bitterness.
• Honorable Mention: Zon Saison Grand Cru – Keeps herb-forward preparations fresh.

The Fresh & Green: Seafood Salads (Salmon, Tuna, Shrimp)

Cast with:

• Top Pick: Theresa Tripel – Lightly fruity and dry, echoes vinaigrettes and bright greens.
• High Pilsner – Clean and bright.
• High Speed Wit – Citrus notes echo vinaigrettes.
• Honorable Mention: Lowlands Imperial Cider – Crisp, fruit-forward lift.

Cheat Sheet!

• Fried? Go crisp and bubbly: High Pilsner
• Spicy? Add luscious aromatic hops: Hollander IPA
• Creamy? Bring citrus or effervescence: Theresa Tripel
• Delicate? Keep it clean: High Speed Wit
• Feeling bold? Order the Quad and don’t apologize.

Now you’re officially equipped: rod in one hand, proper glass in the other. View our Friday fish specials here! Available February 20 through April 3.