Thanks to the proliferation of brew-pubs and blogs devoted to the unabashed joys of beer, fans of ale have more options than ever before. But choosing the right beer for the right occasion isn’t easy. Nevermind what to pair it with. We can’t think of a better time to drink, say, a Hoegaarden than on a sticky summer day, chased with some well-salted frites. If served correctly—garnished with a slice of orange—you’ll taste the hints of clove and banana in the beer. Since this is vacation season, carefully consider the beers you order up abroad. What’s the point in traipsing the world without indulging in some of the finest local brews? Besides a hangover, the only lingering downside to your beer romp may be an inability to return to the standard issue American beers cooling off in your fridge. Cheers!