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Nasu Dengaku

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Albariño

Albariño's bright acidity complements the sweet miso glaze and tender eggplant.

Gewurztraminer

Gewurztraminer's aromatic spice pairs well with the umami and sweetness of Nasu Dengaku.

Junmai Sake

Junmai Sake matches the Japanese origin and enhances the savory flavors.

Brut Champagne

Brut Champagne's crispness balances the richness of the miso and eggplant texture.

Old Fashioned glass • Medium • 5 min

smoke/acid/sweet — smoky mezcal/tequila echoes charred eggplant and balances miso sweetness with citrus acid

Score: 94

Rocks glass • Medium • 5 min

acid/bubbles — reposado and fresh lime cut richness; egg-white texture harmonizes with silky eggplant

Score: 92

Wine Glass • Easy • 5 min

acid,bubbles — bright citrus and sparkling water lift the rich, umami eggplant and add cleansing acidity

Score: 92

Highball glass • Easy • 5 min

acid,bubbles — light tequila + soda cuts the miso sweetness and refreshes; clean, noninvasive

Score: 90

Highball glass • Medium • 5 min

smoke/acid/bubbles — smoky Scotch with grapefruit brightness refreshes and contrasts umami

Score: 88

Collins glass • Medium • 5 min

smoke,acid,bubbles — gentle Scotch smoke and citrus soda echo char on the eggplant and refresh the palate

Score: 85

Coupe • Medium • 10 min

acid,herbal — gin’s herbal notes and sharp lemon balance miso sweetness; froth softens texture contrast

Score: 80

Coupé • Medium • 5 min

smoke/sweet/fat — smoky, nutty Madeira and richness play with miso glaze for a complementary match

Score: 80