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Nasu Dengaku
Nasu Dengaku
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Best wine varietals
1
Albariño
Albariño's bright acidity complements the sweet miso glaze and tender eggplant.
Albariño's bright acidity complements the sweet miso glaze and tender eggplant.
2
Gewurztraminer
Gewurztraminer's aromatic spice pairs well with the umami and sweetness of Nasu Dengaku.
Gewurztraminer's aromatic spice pairs well with the umami and sweetness of Nasu Dengaku.
3
Junmai Sake
Junmai Sake matches the Japanese origin and enhances the savory flavors.
Junmai Sake matches the Japanese origin and enhances the savory flavors.
4
Brut Champagne
Brut Champagne's crispness balances the richness of the miso and eggplant texture.
Brut Champagne's crispness balances the richness of the miso and eggplant texture.
Best cocktails with this
1
Oaxaca Old Fashioned
smoke/acid/sweet — smoky mezcal/tequila echoes charred eggplant and balances miso sweetness with citrus acid
Score: 94
2
Tequila Reposado Sour
acid/bubbles — reposado and fresh lime cut richness; egg-white texture harmonizes with silky eggplant
Score: 92
3
Vodka Citrus Spritz
acid,bubbles — bright citrus and sparkling water lift the rich, umami eggplant and add cleansing acidity
Score: 92
4
Tequila Highball
acid,bubbles — light tequila + soda cuts the miso sweetness and refreshes; clean, noninvasive
Score: 90
5
Scotch Paloma
smoke/acid/bubbles — smoky Scotch with grapefruit brightness refreshes and contrasts umami
Score: 88
6
Scotch Highland Collins
smoke,acid,bubbles — gentle Scotch smoke and citrus soda echo char on the eggplant and refresh the palate
Score: 85
7
Clover Club
acid,herbal — gin’s herbal notes and sharp lemon balance miso sweetness; froth softens texture contrast
Score: 80
8
Scotch Madeira Flip
smoke/sweet/fat — smoky, nutty Madeira and richness play with miso glaze for a complementary match
Score: 80