Dumplings
Filled dough parcels
Best wine varietals
Albariño
Albariño's crisp acidity complements the savory and sometimes fried nature of dumplings.
Brut Champagne
Brut Champagne's bubbles and acidity cut through rich, oily dumplings well.
Junmai Sake
Junmai Sake pairs naturally with Asian-style dumplings enhancing umami flavors.
Riesling
Riesling's slight sweetness balances spicy or savory dumpling fillings perfectly.
Best cocktails with this
Coupe • Medium • 5 min
acid/herbal — bright citrus and herbal lift cuts fat, refreshes palate
Copper Mug • Easy • 5 min
acid,bubbles,ginger — bright ginger + lime cuts fat, cleanses palate
Cocktail Glass • Medium • 5 min
acid/salt — tangy lime and salty rim balance savory dumplings, especially with spicy dipping sauce
Highball glass • Easy • 5 min
acid,herbal,bubbles — mint and lime refresh; lightness complements savory dumplings
Wine Glass • Easy • 5 min
acid,herbal,bubbles — floral elderflower + soda is delicate, lifts umami without overpowering
Punch bowl or large pitcher • Medium • 15 min
acid,bubbles,bitter — grapefruit tang and effervescence balance richness and add freshness
Highball glass • Easy • 5 min
acid/bubbles — lemon and tonic bitterness is light and cleansing with doughy fillings
Highball glass • Easy • 5 min
acid/bitter/bubbles — grapefruit bitterness and effervescence refreshes and cuts richness
Copper Mug • Easy • 5 min
acid,bubbles,ginger — apple adds subtle sweetness with ginger spice to match savory fillings
Highball glass • Medium • 5 min
acid/bubbles/herbal — cranberry-lime soda with mint adds freshness and light acidity
Rocks glass • Medium • 10 min
acid,heat — jalapeño heat contrasts fatty dumplings, lime brightens flavors