Snack and craft beer: the perfect pairings with coppiette and chips
The food-beer pairing is an art as refined as wine-food pairing — yet often underestimated. If you’re used to popping open a craft beer with whatever snack is at hand, it’s time to step up your game. At Maltese, we have selected artisanal snacks designed specifically to accompany the best beers: coppiette Italian Jerky and Real artisanal chips. Here’s how to pair them best.
Coppiette: the Roman snack that enhances beer
Coppiette are a traditional Roman snack made from dried and spiced meat — crunchy, flavorful, with an aromatic persistence that perfectly matches the complexity of craft beers. At Maltese you’ll find a wide selection:
- Classic Pork Coppiette and Selassié Coppiette → pair with a IPA or Pale Ale: the hop bitterness balances the meat’s savoriness
- Smoked Honey Coppiette → perfect with a Stout or Porter: the smoked honey recalls toasted and coffee notes
- Orange and Ginger Coppiette → try with a Witbier or Saison: the spices blend with citrus and floral notes
- Lime and White Pepper Coppiette → ideal with a Sour or Gose: the acidity enhances the lime’s freshness
- Pizza Coppiette → pair with a Lager or Helles: classic and irresistible
- BBQ Beef Coppiette → perfect with an American Amber Ale or Red Ale: the malted caramel amplifies barbecue notes
- Turkey Coppiette → milder, great with a Blonde Ale or Kölsch
- Spicy Coppiette → challenge a West Coast IPA: the resinous hops stand up to the spiciness
Real artisanal chips: unique flavors for surprising pairings
Real chips are not your usual chips. Crafted with selected ingredients, they offer flavors designed for curious palates — just like craft beers.
- Salt & Cider Vinegar → pair with a Sour Ale or Lambic: the apple cider acidity recalls fermented notes
- Jalapeño Pepper → perfect with a tropical IPA: the exotic fruitiness of the hops softens the heat
- Ham & English Mustard → try with an English Bitter or ESB: a classic British pairing, savory and rounded
Quick guide: snack → recommended beer
| Snack | Recommended beer style |
|---|---|
| Classic Coppiette | IPA, Pale Ale |
| Smoked Honey Coppiette | Stout, Porter |
| Orange and Ginger Coppiette | Witbier, Saison |
| Spicy Coppiette | West Coast IPA |
| Salt & Cider Vinegar Chips | Sour Ale, Lambic |
| Jalapeño Chips | tropical IPA |
| Ham & Mustard Chips | English Bitter, ESB |
Whether you’re organizing an aperitif, a night with friends, or simply want to elevate your beer moment, the right snacks make all the difference. Explore our selection of artisanal food and find your favorite pairing.
