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Duck Breast

Food

Pan seared duck

Barolo
Barolo's tannins and acidity complement the rich, fatty duck breast.

Pinot Noir
Pinot Noir's light body and red fruit enhance duck without overpowering it.

Cabernet Sauvignon
Cabernet Sauvignon's bold structure pairs well with duck's robust flavor.

Blend
Blends offer complexity and balance that match the savory richness of duck.

Scotch Smoky New York Sour

acid, fat, sweet, smoke — red-wine float adds richness and acidity to cut duck fat

Score: 95

Scotch Smoky Brown Derby

acid, sweet, bitter, smoke — grapefruit + honey brightens and balances fatty duck

Score: 92

Scotch Smoky Gold Rush

acid, sweet, smoke — lemon and honey provide bright, savory-sweet contrast to richness

Score: 90

Scotch Smoky Pear Sour

acid, sweet, smoke, salt — pear and smoked salt echo fruit components often served with duck

Score: 88

Scotch Smoky Widow’s Kiss

sweet, herbal, bitter, smoke — Chartreuse and vermouth bring herbal complexity against rich meat

Score: 86

Scotch Smoky Algonquin

acid, bitter, smoke — vermouth and citrus provide elegant, slightly tannic lift with smoky depth

Score: 84

Scotch Islay Old Fashioned

sweet, bitter, smoke — simple, smoky Old Fashioned-style match highlights duck’s savory character

Score: 83

Scotch Smoky Vanilla Sour

smoke, bitter, spice, acid — spiced cinnamon and smoke work with seared, caramelized duck skin

Score: 80