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Pork Tamales

Mexican

Steamed masa with pork filling

Blend
Blend wines offer versatility to match the complex flavors of pork tamales.

Garnacha
Garnacha's fruitiness complements the spices and richness of the dish.

Tempranillo
Tempranillo pairs well with pork and Mexican spices, enhancing savory notes.

Riesling
Riesling's acidity and slight sweetness balance the tamales' spice and texture.

Honey Mezcal Sour

smoke/acid — Mezcal's smokiness and bright lemon cut through pork richness; honey softens and ties to masa.

Score: 98

Honey Bee Margarita

acid/sweet/salt — Classic lime + tequila acidity and honey balance fatty pork; salted rim complements masa.

Score: 95

Slutty Margarita

acid-forward citrus cuts fat; lime/tequila classic with salt — acid/salty

Score: 95

Tequila Pineapple Jalapeño

sweet/heat/acid — Pineapple sweetness and jalapeño heat play with pork flavors; tequila keeps it authentically Mexican.

Score: 93

Oaxaca Old Fashioned

mezcal smokiness echoes charred pork notes and adds savory depth — smoke/herbal/acid

Score: 90

Tequila Pink Grapefruit Spritz

acid/bubbles — Grapefruit brightness and sparkling lift refresh the palate against starchy masa and pork.

Score: 88

Hot Ass

heat/acid — Jalapeño-forward spice and lime brightness cut fat and echo Mexican chili flavors.

Score: 86

Hot Mess

tequila with jalapeño and chili salt gives spicy lift and bright acidity — heat/acid/spice

Score: 85

Honey Tequila Sour

acid/sweet — Tequila sour format (honey + lemon) gives bright acidity and gentle sweetness to balance pork.

Score: 84

Tequila Margarita Punch

punch format for group service; citrus and effervescence refresh the palate — acid/bubbles/sweet

Score: 82

Honey Bee Mule

acid/spice/bubbles — Ginger beer's spice and lime refresh the palate; honey adds smoothness for richer bites.

Score: 80