Summer Beer Tasting Party

This summer there seem to be more shandy’s, specialty pilsners, and craft IPA’s than ever before. What better reason, to fire up the grill and have friends bring their old favorites and new discoveries over for a beer tasting party.

Super simple to plan and execute, you will set the pace for this and the rest of the summer nights! A few quick supplies from your local hardware store will add an element that’s low on work and high and high on style.

The Set-up:

DIY chalkboard table runner

Natural fiber drop cloth with DIY checkerboard pattern as a tablecloth

DIY green and white beer and lobster pails

Succulents and herbs placed sparingly around the table create no-fuss pops of color.

Lots of craft and artisan beer!

Pail DIY:

3 aluminum pails

painters tape

neon green spray paint

white spray paint

1 – Spray pails with 2 coats of white paint

2 – once completely dry, apply tape one inch apart

3 – spray with neon green paint and allow to dry

4 – remove tape and voila!

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Chalkboard Table Runner DIY

1 roll of craft paper

chalkboard spray paint

1 – cut sheet of craft paper the length of your table

2 – spray with chalkboard spray paint

3 – allow to dry completely, then set on table

*fun tip: use different color chalk for each different beer*

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Small but hearty bites, pair well with beer and conversation

Small but hearty bites, pair well with beer and conversation

A summertime beer tasting is just the sort of fun and casual gathering summer was made for.

Cheers!

ps: take a look at more ideas on hosting a couples shower with a beer tasting in our feature for DIY Network