Easter is this Sunday… and for many, that means a rare pilgrimage to church, chocolate bunnies you’ll never eat, and a drawn-out Easter brunch with relatives you barely know.

So yeah—you’re going to need just the right beers to get you through it.

Historically, Easter brunch marks the end of Lent. It’s also a time when many reacquaint themselves with the beer, fatty foods, and sweets they’ve given up over the last 40 days. And pacing yourself at Easter brunch—along with choosing the perfect craft beer pairings—is key.

The Deviled Eggs Appetizer

The best thing about Easter brunch might just be the deviled egg. And the perfect beer to cut through that creamy yolk richness? An aromatic IPA—the hoppier, the better.

We suggest starting light (because Easter brunch can take hours) and opening with the session IPA that started it all: Founders All Day IPA.

The Scalloped Potatoes Side Dish

There are very few foods on the planet that make you want to shout “Hallelujah!” more than a plate piled high with cheesy, cream-drenched scalloped potatoes.

Pair this formidable, artery-clogging dish with AleSmith Nut Brown Ale—a sessionable 5.8% ABV classic with a nuanced, malt-forward profile and a smooth, creamy mouthfeel.

The Ham Main Dish

Easter is never complete without ham—but try not to get too piggy about it.

At this stage, we recommend reaching for the right saison. Allagash Saison is an award-winning American take on the Belgian farmhouse tradition. It’s light (6.1% ABV), bright, and endlessly drinkable.

The Lamb Main Dish

There’s hardly a more traditional way to commemorate the “Lamb of God” than by digging into, well… lamb.

To complement its rich, rustic flavor, go with a robust Rauchbier—something like Alaskan Brewing’s brilliant 6.5% ABV Smoked Porter.

The Chocolate Bunny Dessert

Easter candy is a different beast altogether—one that demands special pairing attention. For that reason alone, we suggest going with a rich dark ale here.

Imperial stouts are a perfect match when you’re tackling a massive, nougat-filled chocolate bunny. And while there are plenty of hefty stouts that pair well with a wide range of Easter confections, North Coast Old Rasputin Russian Imperial Stout will finish things off nicely.