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New York Strip Steak

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Classic strip loin cut

Cabernet Sauvignon

Cabernet Sauvignon's bold tannins complement the rich, fatty texture of New York Strip Steak.

Barolo

Barolo's strong tannins and acidity balance the steak's savory flavors and fat content.

Malbec

Malbec offers dark fruit and smoky notes that enhance grilled or seared steak flavors.

Merlot

Merlot's soft tannins and plum flavors pair well with the steak's juicy, tender meat.

Old Fashioned glass • Medium • 5 min

smoke/bitter/sweet — rich, smoky backbone and bitter-sweet orange cut through steak fat

Score: 95

Rocks Glass • Medium • 5 min

smoke/bitter/sweet — peaty intensity matches char; bitters & sugar highlight beef richness

Score: 93

Old Fashioned glass • Medium • 5 min

smoke/bitter/herbal — complex, savory layers (bitter & herb) echo steak’s savory character

Score: 92

Coupe • Medium • 5 min

smoke/sweet/bitter — vermouth & bitters add herbal tannin-like weight to stand up to the cut

Score: 90

Rocks glass • Medium • 10 min

acid/tannin/smoke — lemon brightness with red-wine float gives acid & tannin to cut fat

Score: 88

Cocktail Glass • Medium • 5 min

sweet/acid/bitter — fruit & Campari bitterness balance richness and add brightness

Score: 85

Coupe • Medium • 5 min

bitter/acid/smoke — Aperol & lemon provide bitter-citrus lift to fatty, savory steak

Score: 82

Rocks glass • Medium • 5 min

smoke/heat/herbal — ginger spice and rosemary add warmth and herbaceous contrast to beef

Score: 80