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Chipotle Barbacoa Bowl
Chipotle Barbacoa Bowl
Fast Food
Spiced shredded beef bowl
Best wine varietals
1
Barbera
Barbera's bright acidity cuts through smoky chipotle flavors.
Barbera's bright acidity cuts through smoky chipotle flavors.
2
Garnacha
Garnacha complements the spicy and savory barbacoa well.
Garnacha complements the spicy and savory barbacoa well.
3
Tempranillo
Tempranillo pairs nicely with rich, smoky Mexican dishes.
Tempranillo pairs nicely with rich, smoky Mexican dishes.
4
Syrah
Syrah's bold fruit and spice match the smoky, spicy profile.
Syrah's bold fruit and spice match the smoky, spicy profile.
Best cocktails with this
1
Honey Paloma
acid/bubbles/bitter — bright grapefruit and lime cut through smoky, spicy beef; tequila complements Mexican flavors
Score: 95
2
Slutty Margarita
acid-forward, bright lime to cut fat; salty rim complements spice — acid/heat/smoke
Score: 95
3
Frozen Margarita
cold, slushy acidity soothes heat and refreshes between bites — acid/sweet/heat
Score: 90
4
Bloody Stag
acid/heat/savory — tomato/beet/umami and hot sauce echo savory spices and stand up to bold beef flavors
Score: 88
5
Pink Paloma
grapefruit bitterness and soda lift richness; refreshing with gentle bitterness — acid/bitter/bubbles
Score: 88
6
Tequila Tamarind
tamarind’s sweet-tart profile echoes chipotle’s smoke and adds savory tang — acid/sweet/smoke
Score: 86
7
Tequila Maple Sour
acid/sweet — tart citrus with maple sweetness balances spice and adds warm, savory contrast to barbacoa
Score: 85
8
Tequila Golden Hour
citrus and soda brighten and cut beef richness; easy, refreshing pairing — acid/bubbles/herbal
Score: 84
9
Tequila Apple
acid/sweet/heat — apple and lime bring freshness and a touch of fall spice that pairs well with chipotle heat
Score: 80
10
Tequila Rosemary Smash
herbal rosemary and citrus play well with earthy, smoky beef — herbal/acid/smoke
Score: 80