Drinks · Sweet
What to Pour: Drinks and Desserts That Actually Go Together
A short guide to pairing the end of the meal properly, without overthinking it.
Most dessert and wine pairings happen by accident, at the end of a meal, with whatever's left on the table. These are built to be planned on purpose.
1
The Best Non-Alcoholic Wines, According to the Experts
A useful starting point if the table isn't drinking, but still wants the ritual.
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The best non-alcoholic wines, according to the experts
2
Too Many Lemons? 35 Recipes to Make Right Now
A citrus-forward list that pairs naturally with lighter, drier pours.
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Too many lemons? 35 recipes to make right now
3
Which Dessert Actually Pairs With Rosé?
The recipe this whole list is really built around.
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Which dessert actually pairs with rosé?
4
Brown Butter Chocolate Chunk Cookies
Simple enough to pair with almost anything poured after dinner.
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Brown butter chocolate chunk cookies
5
Raspberry and Vanilla Layer Cake
A cake with enough acidity in the fruit to hold its own against a glass of something sweeter.
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Raspberry and vanilla layer cake
Pick the wine before the dessert, not after. It makes the whole pairing easier than it sounds.
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