Pairing cigars with craft beer can elevate both experiences, creating an intricate dance of flavors. Let’s explore four exceptional beers—Ayinger Celebrator Bavarian Double Bock, Breckenridge Brewery Vanilla Porter, Lakewood Brewing Nitro Temptress Imperial Milk Stout, and St. Elmo Brewing Amber—alongside the perfect small-batch cigars from our collection.

1. Ayinger Celebrator Bavarian Double Bock + Oscar Valladares 2012 Corojo

Beer Profile: Ayinger Celebrator is a Bavarian Double Bock that’s smooth and malty, with flavors of dark fruit, caramel, and a touch of toffee. Its richness makes it a classic fall beer.

Pairing: Paired with the Oscar Valladares 2012 Corojo, this combination is an experience in balance and complexity. The Corojo’s cedar and pepper add a lively spice that cuts through the sweetness of the Double Bock, creating a warm, satisfying finish that makes each sip and puff a little better than the last.

2. Breckenridge Brewery Vanilla Porter + Jake Wyatt Maverick

Beer Profile:

Beer Profile: Breckenridge’s Vanilla Porter is rich and smooth, with roasted malt flavors layered with a touch of vanilla. It’s a comforting choice that’s full of depth and warmth.

Pairing: The Jake Wyatt Maverick pairs perfectly, bringing out the vanilla with its creamy nuttiness and light spice. The cigar’s smoothness rounds out the porter’s roasted profile, creating a mellow, harmonious pairing that’s perfect for unwinding.

3. Lakewood Brewing Nitro Temptress Imperial Milk Stout + Patina Connecticut

Beer Profile:

Beer Profile: Lakewood’s Nitro Temptress is an indulgent Imperial Milk Stout, with flavors of chocolate, vanilla, and caramel. Its creamy, smooth texture makes it a dessert in a glass.

Pairing: The Patina Connecticut complements the Temptress beautifully with its mild, creamy profile and subtle pepper. This pairing is indulgent yet balanced, with the Patina adding just a hint of spice to the beer’s sweetness, making it a great treat for a cool evening.

4. St. Elmo Brewing Amber + Foundation Tabernacle

Beer Profile: St. Elmo’s Amber is an easy-drinking ale with caramel and toffee notes balanced by a mild hop bitterness. It’s smooth, approachable, and perfect for pairing with a cigar that brings a little more body.

Pairing: Foundation’s Tabernacle is a great match, adding depth with its rich espresso, dark chocolate, and peppery notes. Together, the amber’s caramel sweetness and the Tabernacle’s earthiness make a well-rounded pairing that’s enjoyable without being overpowering—ideal for a relaxed, cozy night in.

Each craft beer style offers a unique tasting experience, and when paired with the right cigar, the flavors enhance and complement one another. Whether you’re enjoying the rich complexity of Ayinger Celebrator or the creamy sweetness of Lakewood Nitro Temptress, these small-batch cigars from Patina, Oscar Valladares, Cavalier Geneve, and Foundation will take your beer and cigar pairing to the next level. Try these combinations for yourself and discover how the world of craft beer and cigars comes alive.