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Chicken Tikka Masala

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Spiced creamy curry chicken

Gewurztraminer
Gewurztraminer complements the spices and creaminess of Chicken Tikka Masala.

German Riesling (Off-Dry)
German Riesling (Off-Dry) balances the dish's heat with slight sweetness.

Blend
Blend wines offer complexity that pairs well with rich, spiced sauces.

Prosecco
Prosecco's bubbles and acidity refresh the palate with spicy flavors.

Scotch Mule

acid, heat (ginger), bubbles — ginger/ginger beer cuts cream and complements spice

Score: 92

Tequila Lime Soda

acid, bubbles — bright lime soda refreshes palate and lifts aromatic curry spices

Score: 90

Vodka Citrus Mojito

acidic + herbal — lime and mint cut creaminess, refreshing contrast to spices

Score: 90

Tequila Agave Sour

acid, sweet — citrus-agave tang balances creaminess and enhances chili notes

Score: 88

Vodka Grapefruit Fizz

acidic + bubbles — bright grapefruit and soda lift tomato and cream, cleanses palate

Score: 88

Vodka Revival

acid, herbal, bubbles — elderflower and lemon add floral lift against rich sauce

Score: 86

Scotch Speyside Highball

acidic + bubbles — light citrus highball softens richness without overpowering spices

Score: 85

Vodka Astral Spritz

acid, herbal, bubbles — elderflower-sparkling profile is light and refreshing with curry

Score: 85

Scotch Basil Sour

herbal + acid — basil’s herbaceousness complements curry spices and balances cream/fat

Score: 83

Scotch Morning Glory

acidic + sweet + bubbles — lemon and honey soda offer bright, gentle counterpoint to heat

Score: 82

Tequila Amaro Spritz

herbal, bitter, bubbles — amaro’s bitter-herbal backbone pairs well with complex spices

Score: 82

Rum Grapefruit Smash

acid, bitter, herbal, bubbles — grapefruit bitterness and mint cut richness and refresh palate

Score: 80