Indulge your palate in a symphony of flavors at Henry Street Taproom, where we expertly pair artisanal cheeses with craft beers to elevate your tasting experience. Explore our curated selection, designed to tantalize your taste buds and introduce you to new and exciting combinations.
Featured Cheese and Beer Pairings
Mitica Leonora A Fuego & Gose
Experience the captivating Mitica Leonora A Fuego, a Spanish goat cheese from Castilla Y Leon. This chevre-style delight boasts a rind coated in smoky Spanish pimenton, giving it a distinctive bright red hue and a subtly peppery infusion. The diverse texture and hint of spice make it an intriguing cheese to explore.
Perfect Pairing: A refreshing Gose beer complements the smoky notes of the cheese and cuts through its richness. The slight tartness and salinity of the Gose create a balanced and harmonious pairing.
Appenzeller & Amber Ale
Journey to Appenzell, Switzerland, with our Appenzeller cheese, a cow’s milk wonder. Swiss cheesemakers meticulously craft each wheel, washing it with a secret herbal brine infused with wine, cider, and a medley of herbs and blossoms. This unique process results in a complex and unforgettable flavor profile that will awaken your senses.
Perfect Pairing: An Amber Ale, with its malty backbone and notes of caramel and toffee, is the ideal partner for Appenzeller. The beer’s complexity mirrors the cheese’s herbal and savory character, creating a delightful dance on your palate.
Stockinghall Cheddar & Belgian Ale
Savor the award-winning Stockinghall Cheddar from Old Chatham, NY. This cave-aged hard cheese is a true testament to American artisanal cheesemaking. Its robust flavor profile is reminiscent of meaty bacon and tangy sour cream, culminating in a lingering hint of pineapple.
Perfect Pairing: A robust Belgian Ale stands up beautifully to the Stockinghall Cheddar. The beer’s fruity esters and spicy phenols complement the cheese’s savory and slightly sweet notes, creating a rich and satisfying pairing.
Brie Fermier & Saison
Transport yourself to the Parisian region of France with Brie Fermier. This farmhouse cow’s milk Brie is incredibly creamy and soft, practically begging to be spread on fresh sourdough toast. Its delicate notes of mushroom and salted butter evoke the rustic charm of the French countryside.
Perfect Pairing: A classic Saison, with its dry finish and peppery yeast notes, is a superb match for Brie Fermier. The Saison’s effervescence cuts through the Brie’s richness, while its subtle spice enhances the cheese’s earthy undertones.
Casatica Di Bufala & Pilsner
Indulge in the luxurious Casatica Di Bufala from Northern Italy. This soft-ripened buffalo milk cheese is unbelievably rich and creamy, with a plump, custardy texture that melts in your mouth. Its delicate sweetness and milky character are simply divine.
Perfect Pairing: A crisp and clean Pilsner provides a refreshing counterpoint to the richness of Casatica Di Bufala. The Pilsner’s light bitterness and hop aroma cleanse the palate and highlight the cheese’s delicate sweetness.
Herve Mons 1924 Bleu & Stout
Step back in time with Herve Mons 1924 Bleu from Auverne, France. Inspired by the mixed milk flavors of 1920s Roquefort, this dense blue cheese offers a touch of minerality alongside flavors of soft bacon and cracked black pepper. It’s a complex and intriguing blue cheese experience.
Perfect Pairing: A rich and robust Stout is the perfect companion for Herve Mons 1924 Bleu. The Stout’s roasted malt flavors and coffee notes complement the cheese’s savory and peppery character, creating a bold and unforgettable pairing.
Visit Henry Street Taproom to explore these exceptional cheese and beer pairings and discover your own perfect match. Our knowledgeable staff is always ready to guide you through our menu and help you find your new favorite combination.
