Albariño
Albariño's bright acidity complements the savory and slightly sweet flavors of takoyaki.
Brut Champagne
Brut Champagne's bubbles and acidity cut through the richness of the dish.
Junmai Sake
Junmai Sake pairs naturally with Japanese cuisine and enhances umami flavors.
Vinho Verde
Vinho Verde offers light effervescence and crispness that refresh the palate.
Highball glass • Easy • 5 min
acidic, bubbles — grapefruit/lime brightness and effervescence cut mayo and complement umami
Cocktail Glass • Medium • 5 min
acidic, salty — bright lime and salt sharpen fatty sauce and echo savory elements
Coupe • Medium • 5 min
acidic, sweet — focused citrus acidity with agave balances richness; silky texture pairs well
Highball glass • Easy • 5 min
acidic, bubbles — light citrus and soda refresh palate between bites of rich, sauced takoyaki
Highball glass • Easy • 5 min
acidic, bubbles — lemon tonic provides bright, clean acidity and carbonation to cleanse fat
Highball glass • Easy • 5 min
acidic, bubbles — simple lemon and soda is refreshing and keeps flavors from feeling heavy
Wine glass • Easy • 5 min
herbal, bitter, bubbles — amaro’s herbal/bitter note complements bonito/umami; spritz lightens dish