Thai Basil Chicken
Best wine varietals
Albariño
Albariño's bright acidity complements the spicy, herbal flavors of Thai basil chicken.
Gewurztraminer
Gewurztraminer's aromatic spice pairs well with the dish's bold, fragrant herbs and heat.
Riesling
Riesling's crisp sweetness balances the chili heat and enhances the dish's complexity.
Sauvignon Blanc (New Zealand)
New Zealand Sauvignon Blanc offers zesty citrus and herbaceous notes that match the basil.
Best cocktails with this
Highball glass • Easy • 5 min
herbal — basil echoing dish’s aromatics; bright acid
Highball glass • Easy • 5 min
cooling/bubbles — cucumber + mint refreshes heat and cuts fat
Tequila Dragon Fruit Margarita
Cocktail Glass • Medium • 10 min
acid/sweet — tequila + lime lifts savory umami; exotic fruit note complements
Highball glass • Easy • 5 min
bubbles/acid — clean, slightly bitter tonic and lime refresh palate
Highball glass • Easy • 5 min
acid/bubbles — zesty citrus soda refreshes and balances spicy, savory flavors
Highball glass • Medium • 5 min
heat/acid — ginger bite and lime play well with Thai spice and aromatics