Takoyaki
Best wine varietals
Albariño
Albariño's bright acidity complements the savory and slightly sweet takoyaki flavors.
Brut Champagne
Brut Champagne's bubbles and acidity cut through the fried texture nicely.
Vinho Verde
Vinho Verde offers light effervescence and citrus notes that refresh the palate.
Junmai Sake
Junmai Sake pairs traditionally with Japanese dishes, enhancing umami flavors.
Best cocktails with this
Copper Mug • Easy • 10 min
acid,bubbles,ginger — ginger + lime cuts fat and complements umami
Highball glass • Easy • 5 min
acid,bubbles — clean, high-acid soda-lime refreshes fried, salty bites
Cocktail glass • Medium • 10 min
acid,salt — classic citrus + salt pairing brightens and balances oily, savory takoyaki
Cocktail Glass • Medium • 10 min
acid,bubbles,herbal — floral-citrus and fizz refresh palate and play with sweetness
Wine glass • Easy • 5 min
bitter,herbal,bubbles — amaro bitterness + bubbles cut richness and add complexity
Highball glass • Easy • 5 min
acid,herbal — mint + lime refresh and lift oily/umami flavors
Old Fashioned Glass • Easy • 5 min
acid,herbal,bubbles — mint-lime soda cleanses fat and echoes savory notes