Have you ever wondered what beer best represents my dog?

We set out to answer this important question!

Methodology

  • Flavor profile: Different beer styles have distinctive flavors that can be matched with certain dog breeds. For example, a rich, malty stout might be paired with a sturdy, loyal breed like a Bullmastiff, while a crisp, refreshing pilsner might be suited to a more energetic breed like a Border Collie.

  • Aesthetics: The label or packaging of a beer could be designed to evoke the appearance or personality of a particular dog breed. For example, a beer with a playful, cartoonish label might be matched with a breed like a Pug or a French Bulldog.

  • Regional or cultural associations: Some dog breeds are closely associated with certain regions or cultures, and you could choose a beer that reflects those associations. For example, a German-style wheat beer might be paired with a German Shepherd, or an Irish Red Ale might be matched with an Irish Setter.

RESULTS

Stout & Bullmastiff

Both have a rich, hearty, and robust flavor and appearance.

Wheat beer & German Shepherd

Both have a strong, dependable, and reliable character.

Pale Ale & Golden Retriever

Both have a balanced, approachable, and versatile character.

Here are 20 examples of how different types of beer could be associated with specific dog breeds based on the factors above:

  1. Stout: Bullmastiff - Both have a rich, hearty, and robust flavor and appearance.

  2. Pilsner: Border Collie - Both are crisp, refreshing, and energetic.

  3. Wheat beer: German Shepherd - Both have a strong, dependable, and reliable character.

  4. Irish Red Ale: Irish Setter - Both have a lively, friendly, and outgoing personality.

  5. Pale Ale: Golden Retriever - Both have a balanced, approachable, and versatile character.

  6. IPA: Boxer - Both have a bold, strong, and assertive character.

  7. Belgian Tripel: Poodle - Both have a refined, sophisticated, and elegant character.

  8. Sour Ale: Boston Terrier - Both have a playful, mischievous, and unpredictable character.

  9. Brown Ale: Basset Hound - Both have a laid-back, easy-going, and mellow character.

  10. Porter: Rottweiler - Both have a robust, sturdy, and dependable character.

  11. Lager: Beagle - Both have a crisp, refreshing, and straightforward character.

  12. Amber Ale: Newfoundland - Both have a strong, reliable, and loyal character.

  13. Saison: Australian Shepherd - Both have a lively, energetic, and adaptable character.

  14. Hefeweizen: Shih Tzu - Both have a playful, charming, and friendly character.

  15. Oktoberfest: Doberman Pinscher - Both have a bold, assertive, and confident character.

  16. Bock: Great Dane - Both have a strong, majestic, and commanding character.

  17. Blonde Ale: Cocker Spaniel - Both have a friendly, approachable, and cheerful character.

  18. Farmhouse Ale: Shetland Sheepdog - Both have a hardworking, intelligent, and resourceful character.

  19. Gose: Chihuahua - Both have a playful, energetic, and lively character.

  20. Kolsch: Greyhound - Both have a sleek, elegant, and refined character.