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McDonald's McChicken

Fast Food

Crispy chicken sandwich

Brut Champagne

Brut Champagne's bubbles cut through fried texture and refresh the palate.

Vinho Verde

Vinho Verde's light acidity and slight fizz complement the sandwich's crispiness.

Chardonnay

Chardonnay's balanced fruit and acidity match the creamy mayo and chicken.

Pinot Noir

Pinot Noir's light body and red fruit enhance the mild chicken flavor without overpowering.

Cocktail Glass • Medium • 5 min

acid, salt — bright lime + salt cuts fat, complements crispy chicken

Score: 95

Cocktail Glass • Easy • 5 min

acid, sweet — lemony tartness refreshes and balances fried richness

Score: 90

Copper Mug • Easy • 5 min

spice, bubbles, acid — ginger heat and carbonation lift grease, lime freshness

Score: 88

Wine Glass • Easy • 5 min

bubbles, acid, herbal — soda and lime with mint refresh palate between bites

Score: 85

Cocktail Glass • Medium • 10 min

acid, floral, sweet — hibiscus citrus adds floral brightness to fried chicken

Score: 83

Rocks Glass • Medium • 10 min

acid, herbal, bubbles — lime and mint brighten and cleanse, great with savory sandwich

Score: 82

Highball glass • Easy • 5 min

acid, bitter, cola — lime + cola adds sweet-tangy carbonation to cut fat

Score: 80