24 Reviews of BBQ Brats 'n Beer

From: Dad's a chef!

On Jan 27, 2007

Brats turned out great - juicy and flavorful. Only watch-out is to make sure after boiling in beer to keep the simmer low - otherwise the brats split, losing much of their juice (similarly, need to BBQ on low-to-medium to avoid splitting).

From: Denise!

On Jul 5, 2003

Great recipe, Bergy! I did leave out the cloves and garlic. The flavor added from the beer and onion is outstanding and the brats aren't greasy, something I really dislike. DH raved over these and said to tell you this is the ONLY way we will be cooking brats from now on! Thanks for the recipe, it's a new family favorite!

From: Ginny Sue

On Aug 26, 2006

Perfectly cooked and great flavor using this method. I sliced the onions instead of dicing, then drained the onion and served them with the brats.

From: taylortwo

On May 19, 2003

great recipe for brats! i have to be honest and admit that i am not a huge brat fan but i made this for my dh and ended up loving them. this way is the best way for getting juicy and flavorful brats instead of the half raw, half charred brats like i am used to lol. i did leave out the cloves but we didn't taste a difference. thanks for the recipe.

From: RobertRLB

On Jul 20, 2004

Very Good. I added 6 more garlic cloves The water idea was great, everyone noticed, no broken casings, nice skin, even when used for left overs

From: ms_bold

On Apr 16, 2004

I always boil my brats in beer with onions, but this was the first time I added peppercorns, cloves and garlic. Yum, very nice flavor additions. I don't chop my onions, but instead slice into rings that are used to top the brats after grilling. I usually get distracted and tend to boil the brats for more than 15 minutes. It doesn't seem to hurt. The brats are moist and flavorful, but not greasy when prepared this way. If I don't have hard rolls for my brats, I fry up some potatoes (with the beer-boiled onions) to serve along side the brats. Hubby never complains.

From: Mrs. Hooper

On Sep 1, 2008

Awesome recipe! I sliced the onions instead of dicing, then after removing the brats, I brought the beer/onion mixture to a high boil to reduce the liquid. I ended up with some beautifully caramelized onions to top the brats with.

From: Zwerg

On Jul 5, 2007

Made July 4, 2007. Sliced the onion into rings & used to top the brats after grilling. Spraying with water while Bbqing was a nice touch. Good Stuff!!!!!

From: CindiJ

On Jun 7, 2008

We have been making this for a couple of years now and just realized I never reviewed it. Bergy these are AWESOME. The cloves add a touch of sweetness that shouldn't be missed and the aroma while it is simmering is incredible!! I start mine in the morning and after simmering, placed the brats with the beer/onion mixture to chill in the refrigerator all day. I remove the brats from the mixture 30 minutes before grilling (to take the chill off). We grill the brats and sautee the onions in a small skillet on the grill (I do add fresh cut onions to this sautee mixture). This is THE ULTIMATE way to cook brats. Thanks for a truly great recipe!

From: bobo3039

On Apr 2, 2006

An enjoyable way to prepare brats. They weren't greasy and were very flavorful. I think I'd leave out the cloves next time though. I piled the brats with sauerkraut and some relish. Thanks, Bergy.