Bissell Brothers Betwixt & Between

Betwixt & Between is a speciality beer from Bissell Brothers of Maine. The details on file don't give its style, ABV or IBU, so the tasting guidance here is general and not a measured profile of this beer. Bissell Brothers is best known for hop-forward, unfiltered ales, so expect aromatic, fresh-leaning character and check the can for the exact style, ABV and packaging date before you serve it. Beers from this kind of producer are usually best drunk fresh, and the can date matters more than any cellaring idea. Keep it refrigerated until you pour. A temperature around 4 to 8°C (40 to 46°F) suits most hop-driven or hazy ales. If the can turns out to be a stronger, maltier or barrel-influenced style, let it warm a few minutes toward 10 to 12°C (50 to 54°F) so the malt and fruit open up. For glassware, a tulip or a wide-bowled stemmed beer glass concentrates aroma and holds a foamy head. A standard shaker pint also works. Pour in two stages, leaving the last bit of yeast sediment in the can if you prefer a clearer glass, or swirling it in for a fuller body if the beer is unfiltered. For food, hoppy ales usually go well with fried chicken, fish tacos, burgers, spicy curries and sharp cheddar, because carbonation and hop bitterness cut through fat and heat. Maltier or darker styles tend to suit roasted meats and aged cheeses better. Confirm the style on the label and choose from there.