Pairings New York Strip Steak
New York Strip Steak

New York Strip Steak

Food

Classic strip loin cut

Best wine varietals

1

Cabernet Sauvignon

Cabernet Sauvignon's bold tannins complement the rich, fatty texture of New York Strip Steak.

2

Barolo

Barolo's strong tannins and acidity cut through the steak's fattiness and enhance its flavors.

3

Malbec

Malbec's dark fruit and smoky notes pair well with grilled and charred steak flavors.

4

Merlot

Merlot's smooth tannins and plum flavors balance the steak's savory richness.

Best cocktails with this

1
Scotch Islay Old Fashioned

Scotch Islay Old Fashioned

Rocks Glass • Medium • 5 min

smoke/bitter/sweet — bold peaty backbone and orange bitters cut through steak fat; classic savory match.

Score: 95
2
Scotch Speyside Old Fashioned

Scotch Speyside Old Fashioned

Old Fashioned glass • Medium • 5 min

smoke/sweet/bitter — rounded Speyside malt with sugar and bitters complements beef’s richness without overpowering.

Score: 92
3
Scotch Speyside Manhattan

Scotch Speyside Manhattan

Coupe • Medium • 5 min

bitter/sweet/smoke — vermouth and bitters add savory herbal depth that echoes steak’s char and umami.

Score: 90
4
Scotch Smoky Vieux Carré

Scotch Smoky Vieux Carré

Old Fashioned glass • Medium • 5 min

bitter/herbal/smoke — complex, spirit-forward mix (rye/vermouth/benedictine) stands up to robust cut.

Score: 89
5
Scotch Smoky New York Sour

Scotch Smoky New York Sour

Rocks glass • Medium • 10 min

acid/smoke/sweet — citrus brightness and red-wine float offer acid and tannin to balance fatty strip steak.

Score: 88
6
Scotch Smoky Widow’s Kiss

Scotch Smoky Widow’s Kiss

Coupe • Medium • 10 min

sweet/herbal/smoke — rich, herbal vermouth and Chartreuse add aromatic complexity with smoky whisky base.

Score: 86
7
Scotch Smoky Cameron’s Kick

Scotch Smoky Cameron’s Kick

Rocks glass • Medium • 5 min

heat/smoke/sweet — ginger spice and honey lift the smoky Scotch, adding a warm counterpoint to grilled beef.

Score: 80