Couscous
Steamed semolina grains
Best wine varietals
Albariño
Albariño's bright acidity complements couscous's light, fluffy texture and fresh herbs.
Riesling
Riesling's slight sweetness balances spices often found in couscous dishes.
Blend
Blend wines offer versatile profiles that pair well with varied couscous ingredients.
Rosé (Provence)
Provence Rosé's crispness and fruitiness enhance couscous with vegetables or light meats.
Best cocktails with this
Highball glass • Easy • 5 min
herbal/bubbles — light, refreshing, cucumber/mint and gentle bitterness complements delicate couscous and Mediterranean salads
Coupe • Medium • 10 min
herbal/spice/acid — cardamom and pear complement couscous' warm, nutty base
Punch bowl • Medium • 15 min
acid/herbal/sweet — bright citrus and mint lift the neutral grain without overpowering it
Coupe • Medium • 5 min
acid/sweet — bright lime and simple syrup lift the neutral grain without overpowering
Highball glass • Easy • 5 min
acid/bubbles — fresh orange and soda add bright citrus that pairs nicely with savory or herbed couscous
Coupe • Medium • 5 min
herbal/acid/bitter — lemony, aromatic profile cleanses the palate and adds Mediterranean herb notes
Highball glass • Easy • 5 min
bubbles/bitter/acid — light, crisp tonic and lime keep things refreshing and unobtrusive
Old fashioned glass • Easy • 5 min
bubbles/bitter/sweet — effervescent and slightly bitter, refreshing pairing for a light, steamed grain
Highball glass • Easy • 5 min
acid/salty — grapefruit tartness and a salty rim accentuate couscous' subtle nuttiness