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What to drink with charcuterie

Salty cured meats love sparkling, fruity and slightly sweet drinks. Acidity and bubbles are essential to keep up with the salt and fat.

Best matches by category

Best beer
Amber Ale

Caramel-malty and balanced — cozy and middle-of-the-road.

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Best wine
Sparkling Wine

Crisp, lively and festive — celebration in a glass.

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Best whiskey
Rye Whiskey

Spicy, bold and characterful — for those who like a kick.

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Beginner-friendly picks
wine
Easy
Sparkling Wine
Crisp, lively and festive — celebration in a glass.
wine
Easy
Rosé
Pink, easygoing and crowd-pleasing — sunshine in a glass.
Bottles for the beginner pick
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Mid-range
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Bold / adventurous picks
whiskey
Bold
Rye Whiskey
Spicy, bold and characterful — for those who like a kick.
whiskey
Bold
Sherry Cask Whiskey
Aged in sherry casks — rich raisin, fig and spice.
All recommended styles
wine
Sparkling Wine
Crisp, lively and festive — celebration in a glass.
wine
Champagne-style Sparkling
Refined sparkling wine with biscuit and citrus complexity.
wine
Pinot Noir
Light red with silky red-fruit elegance.
wine
Rosé
Pink, easygoing and crowd-pleasing — sunshine in a glass.
whiskey
Rye Whiskey
Spicy, bold and characterful — for those who like a kick.
whiskey
Bourbon
Sweet, smooth and caramel-rich — the friendly American whiskey.
whiskey
Sherry Cask Whiskey
Aged in sherry casks — rich raisin, fig and spice.
beer
Amber Ale
Caramel-malty and balanced — cozy and middle-of-the-road.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the best drink to pair with charcuterie?

Salty cured meats love sparkling, fruity and slightly sweet drinks. Acidity and bubbles are essential to keep up with the salt and fat. Our top beginner-friendly pick is Sparkling Wine.

Beer or wine with charcuterie?

Both can work beautifully. Amber Ale (beer) is the most flexible everyday choice; Sparkling Wine (wine) is the more elegant match.

What if I want something bolder?

Try Rye Whiskey or Sherry Cask Whiskey — these are more adventurous styles that hold their own against charcuterie.