Save The Robots

Save The Robots is a four-pack of domestic beer from Esplanda, listed as brewed in Massachusetts. The details on file don't give a style, ABV, or IBU, so check the can or bottle label for those figures before choosing a food match or glass. Most American-brewed beers in this category are best served between 38 and 45°F, which is a standard refrigerator temperature. If the label points to a hop-forward ale, the cooler end keeps the bitterness crisp. If it turns out to be maltier or darker, let it sit out for a few minutes so the toasted and caramel notes open up. A standard shaker pint or a nonic glass suits most domestic ales and lagers. A tulip or stemmed tulip glass is the better choice if the beer is aromatic or higher in alcohol. Pour at an angle and finish straight to build a modest head. For food, American beers in general are an easy match for burgers, grilled sausages, roast chicken, and sharp cheddar. Pair it with tacos or fried food if the beer is bright and bitter, and with smoked or braised meats if it is richer and sweeter. A four-pack also makes it easy to try the same beer with two or three of these dishes in one week.