Curry Culture Meets Craft Beer

When one thinks of beverage pairings for Indian cuisine, what comes to mind? Is there a beer or wine on the market that can even complement the diverse, robust, and spicy flavors of Indian curry & spicy flavors?

Unparalleled world cuisines have long been left out of the conversation of craft brewing, and more specially beers which bring out the intricate levels of spice and regional spices of curries from across the Indian subcontinent.

Following World War II, curry became a popular staple across the U.K. owing to the large number of immigrants from the Indian Subcontinent. Curry is now an integral part of British cuisine, identity, and pub culture with the average Brit having deep knowledge and understanding of Indian cuisine.

In the late 1990s, chicken tikka masala became the national dish of the country, and going for a curry and a pint of beer was seen as a national obsession and a unique part of being British.

Rupee’s multi-award winning recipe is brewed with pristine quality in mind with premium rice, maize, malted barley, and three types of unique hops. Rupee Beer dismantles the traditional lager experience by lowering levels of carbonation to allow for a more comfortable and enjoyable dining experience when pairing with Indian and world flavors.

Van Sharma