3 cheers-worthy beer cocktails

These fun sips will win over any crowd (even guests who don’t like beer!)—and take just 5 ingredients or less to whip up

If you like SPICY…

A classic thirst-quenching drink in Mexico and surefire hit with Bloody Mary fans, the michaleda has just the right balance of fizzy refreshment and kick of heat to pair well with heavier Oktoberfest dishes like sausage and potatoes. To make: In large glass, combine 1 (12 oz.) bottle light lager, 1⁄4 cup tomato juice, 2 Tbs. vodka, 2 Tbs. lime juice and hot sauce to taste; stir well.

If you like FRUITY…

Fresh raspberries and lemonade add enough sweetness to mask any bitterness from the beer’s hops, making this sip a perfect offering for those who aren’t big beer fans. To make: In large glass, muddle 1⁄4 cup fresh raspberries, 1⁄4 cup fresh mint leaves and 2 Tbs. vodka. Pour in 1 (12 oz.) bottle cold wheat beer and 1⁄2 cup lemonade.

If you like SWEET…

Chocolate and coffee fans will delight in this dessert-inspired sip that hits all the right marks. Serve as a sweet finish to your backyard bash or enjoy as a nightcap after guests leave. To make: In large glass, add 1⁄2-cup scoop vanilla ice cream. Drizzle with 2 Tbs. chocolate syrup. Pour 2 Tbs. coffeeflavored liqueur and 1 (12 oz.) bottle cold chocolate stout over top. Serve immediately.