I was going to discontinue any further testing of a pre-dinner beer but yesterday when I was at the grocery I passed their St. Pat's display. They had Smithwick's (which they normally don't carry) with a $5 rebate. Further justification: my son-in-law would enjoy it.

Drank one (11.2 oz) during dinner prep. BG before dinner: 124.

Tonight I had a very generic wine (Franzia Dark Red blend) during dinner prep. BG before dinner: 87. I think a pre-dinner beer will have to remain a special treat for me. Further investigation is needed on the impact of wine on post dinner BG.