Xiao Long Bao
Best wine varietals
Brut Champagne
Brut Champagne's acidity and bubbles cut through the soup and complement the pork filling.
Albariño
Albariño's bright acidity and citrus notes balance the richness of the dumpling broth.
Riesling
Riesling's slight sweetness and acidity pair well with the savory and slightly sweet flavors.
Junmai Sake
Junmai Sake's umami and clean profile enhance the delicate flavors of Xiao Long Bao.
Best cocktails with this
Copper Mug • Easy • 5 min
acid, bubbles, ginger — cuts fat, bright citrus to lift umami
Copper Mug • Easy • 5 min
acid, bubbles, ginger, herbal mint — refreshing ginger-lime cleanses soup-rich palate
Cocktail Glass • Medium • 5 min
acid, salt — classic lime acidity and salt cut richness and echo dipping sauce
Highball glass • Easy • 5 min
acid, bubbles — light, effervescent, and citrusy to balance fatty broth
Highball • Easy • 5 min
acid, herbal, bubbles — floral elderflower and soda highlight delicate dumpling flavors
Rocks glass • Easy • 5 min
acid, bubbles, sweet — fruity-lime soda lift with gentle effervescence to cleanse palate
Cocktail Glass • Easy • 5 min
acid, sweet — bright lemon snap refreshes between bites, moderate sweetness tolerable