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Osso Buco

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Braised veal shank

Barolo
Barolo's rich tannins and acidity complement the braised veal and marrow in Osso Buco.

Barbera
Barbera offers bright acidity and red fruit that balance the tomato-based sauce.

Merlot
Merlot's softness and plum flavors match the tender meat and savory elements.

Blend
Blend wines provide complexity and structure to pair well with the layered flavors.

Honey Boulevardier

bitter/herbal/sweet — bitter-sweet vermouth + bourbon cuts fat and echoes braise richness

Score: 95

Honey Negroni

bitter/herbal — bright bitter backbone (Campari) and herbal gin balance gelatinous veal and gremolata

Score: 92

Scotch Smoky Rosemary Sour

herbal/acid/smoke — rosemary echoes braise herbs and lemon gremolata, cuts fat

Score: 92

Honey Manhattan

sweet/herbal — rich sweet vermouth and honey echo umami while booze supports the meat

Score: 90

Scotch Smoky Vieux Carré

bitter/herbal/smoke — rich, complex, savory match for braised veal sauce

Score: 90

Scotch Speyside Old Fashioned

bitter/sweet — Old Fashioned’s caramel and bitters complement marrowy richness

Score: 88

Smoky Old Fashioned

smoke/sweet — smoky whiskey adds depth and a savory note that complements braised veal

Score: 88

Oaxaca Old Fashioned

smoke/herbal — mezcal smoke and agave warmth pair well with browned, slow‑cooked flavors

Score: 86

Scotch Speyside Rob Roy

bitter/sweet — Rob Roy’s vermouth and bitters mirror braise depth without overpowering

Score: 86

Honey Bourbon Sour

acid/sweet — citrus in a honey bourbon sour cuts through fat while bourbon matches the roast

Score: 85

Scotch Barrel Aged Rob Roy

bitter/sweet/smoke — barrel-aged concentration stands up to intense braise flavors

Score: 84

Honey Scotch Sour

smoke/acid/sweet — peaty Scotch brings savory smoke, lemon brightens the palate against richness

Score: 80

Scotch Smoky Highball

bubbles/acid/smoke — highball refreshes palate and lifts rich, fatty mouthfeel

Score: 80