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Prime Rib
Prime Rib
Food
Slow roasted beef rib
Best wine varietals
1
Cabernet Sauvignon
Cabernet Sauvignon's bold tannins complement the rich, fatty prime rib.
Cabernet Sauvignon's bold tannins complement the rich, fatty prime rib.
2
Barolo
Barolo's strong structure and acidity balance the meat's richness.
Barolo's strong structure and acidity balance the meat's richness.
3
Merlot
Merlot offers a softer, fruit-forward profile that pairs well with beef.
Merlot offers a softer, fruit-forward profile that pairs well with beef.
4
Malbec
Malbec's dark fruit and spice enhance the flavors of prime rib.
Malbec's dark fruit and spice enhance the flavors of prime rib.
Best cocktails with this
1
Scotch Islay Old Fashioned
smoke/sweet/bitter — rich, smoky, caramel and bitter orange to cut fat
Score: 95
2
Scotch Islay Manhattan
smoke/sweet/bitter — bold, vermouth and bitters complement beef's richness
Score: 94
3
Scotch Smoky Vieux Carré
smoke/bitter/herbal — complex, bitter-herbal layers match roasted flavors
Score: 92
4
Scotch Smoky New York Sour
smoke/acid/sweet — bright acid and red wine float stands up to richness
Score: 90
5
Scotch Smoky Sazerac
smoke/bitter/herbal — aromatic, absinthe lift and bitters brighten fatty meat
Score: 88
6
Scotch Smoky Gold Rush
smoke/sweet/acid — honey and lemon add balance to savory, fatty beef
Score: 85
7
Scotch Speyside Julep
herbal/sweet — mint freshness and sugar cut through fattiness while complementing beef
Score: 80