Battle of the Beverage

The Battle of the Beverage returns, and this year it's New Realm Brewing Co. versus Trinchero Family Estates in a high-stakes showdown of hops vs. grapes. Chef Christopher Wilton has crafted a sensational five-course tasting menu, each dish designed to dazzle your palate. But the real question is: who paired it better? With each round, beer and wine experts will present their perfect match—and you get to taste, judge, and vote.
 
Five Courses. Ten Pairings. One Champion.
 
Your vote decides the victor. Will beer reign supreme, or will wine steal the crown?
 
Expect bold flavors, spirited competition, and a night of unforgettable indulgence. Sip, savor, and settle the score.

Five-course menu provided by Wilton’s Catering:
    •    Wilton’s Green Gumbo
    •    Sticky Chinese Pork Belly with Jalapeño Slaw
    •    Pickle Brined Fried Chicken with Hot Honey on Cornmeal Waffle
    •    Roast Beef Crostini with Horseradish, Arugula and Roasted Tomatoes
    •    Wild Mushroom Perogies with Caramelized Onions, Chives and Sour Cream


Friday, November 7, 2025
6pm - 8pm 
Tony & Libba Rane Culinary Science Center Outdoor Greenspace*
205 S College Street, Auburn, AL 36830


Guests must be 21 or older and show proof of ID.
Questions? Contact Caitlin Myers at cmyers@auburn.edu or 334-844-4267

*in the event of inclement weather, the event will be moved indoors