The Ultimate Guide to Pairing Drinks With Your Burger

The right drink can make a good burger taste even better. A few simple rules go a long way.

Rich and cheesy

A double cheeseburger is all fat and salt, so it wants something that cuts through: a crisp lager, a sparkling water with lemon, or a tart lemonade.

Smoky sauces pair well with something slightly sweet. Try an amber ale, a cola or an iced tea.

Heat calls for something cold and soothing. A milkshake is the classic answer, and a light wheat beer works too.

Fried chicken loves bubbles. Anything sparkling, with or without alcohol, keeps every bite feeling light.

Ask your server what is on tap or in the fridge this week. Please enjoy alcohol responsibly.