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Couscous
Couscous
Food
Steamed semolina grains
Best wine varietals
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Albariño
Albariño's bright acidity complements couscous's light, fluffy texture and fresh herbs.
Albariño's bright acidity complements couscous's light, fluffy texture and fresh herbs.
2
Riesling
Riesling's slight sweetness balances spices often found in couscous dishes.
Riesling's slight sweetness balances spices often found in couscous dishes.
3
Blend
Blend wines offer versatile profiles that pair well with varied couscous ingredients.
Blend wines offer versatile profiles that pair well with varied couscous ingredients.
4
Rosé (Provence)
Provence Rosé's crispness and fruitiness enhance couscous with vegetables or light meats.
Provence Rosé's crispness and fruitiness enhance couscous with vegetables or light meats.
Best cocktails with this
1
Pimm’s Cup (Classic)
herbal/bubbles — light, refreshing, cucumber/mint and gentle bitterness complements delicate couscous and Mediterranean salads
Score: 92
2
Tequila Pear Cardamom
herbal/spice/acid — cardamom and pear complement couscous' warm, nutty base
Score: 90
3
Gin Punch (Regency Style)
acid/herbal/sweet — bright citrus and mint lift the neutral grain without overpowering it
Score: 88
4
Rum Floridita Daiquiri
acid/sweet — bright lime and simple syrup lift the neutral grain without overpowering
Score: 88
5
Tequila Orange
acid/bubbles — fresh orange and soda add bright citrus that pairs nicely with savory or herbed couscous
Score: 85
6
White Negroni
herbal/acid/bitter — lemony, aromatic profile cleanses the palate and adds Mediterranean herb notes
Score: 84
7
Rum Tonic
bubbles/bitter/acid — light, crisp tonic and lime keep things refreshing and unobtrusive
Score: 82
8
Negroni Sbagliato
bubbles/bitter/sweet — effervescent and slightly bitter, refreshing pairing for a light, steamed grain
Score: 80
9
Salty Dog
acid/salty — grapefruit tartness and a salty rim accentuate couscous' subtle nuttiness
Score: 80