Chicagoist's "Beer of the Week:" Abita Andygator

By Chuck Sudo in Food on Oct 7, 2009 6:00PM

From the time the monks of St. Francis of Paula brewed the first doppelbocks in Bavaria, it's been a custom for breweries to end the names of their "liquid bread" in "-ator." Abita named their Helles Doppelbock, Andygator, a "creature of the swamp." Unlike many doppelbocks, Andygator is brewed to have a dry finish and emphasize a balance between hops, a pleasant light citrus flavor and bready yeasts. It pairs well with hearty sandwiches, like a blue cheese-crusted burger we made last week at home. Andygator should also pair well with anything cajun-related, blackened and fried. It's also a wonderful departure from the everyday Abita releases.

Sam's lists Andygator in 22-ounce bottles for $5.99. restaurants and bars carrying Andygator include Heaven on Seven, Blue Bayou and Jake Melnick's Corner Tap.