Lamb Rogan Josh
Best wine varietals
Barolo
Barolo's bold tannins and earthy notes complement lamb and rich spices.
Cabernet Sauvignon
Cabernet Sauvignon's structure and dark fruit match the robust flavors.
Syrah
Syrah's peppery and smoky profile pairs well with spicy, savory dishes.
Grenache
Grenache's fruitiness and moderate tannins balance the curry's heat.
Best cocktails with this
Cocktail glass • Medium • 10 min
acid/cool — bright lime and cucumber cool the palate and cut the curry’s richness
Highball • Medium • 5 min
smoke/bubbles/acid — smoky + ginger lift lamb’s char and clear richness, fizzy acid refreshes palate
Pint glass • Easy • 5 min
acid/heat — savory, spicy, lime-driven match that stands up to heat and spice
Copper Mug • Medium • 5 min
acid/heat — ginger spice and lime refresh and echo the curry’s warming notes
Highball glass • Medium • 10 min
smoke/acid/bitter — smoky Scotch and citrus bitters complement roasted spices and cut fat
Old Fashioned Glass • Medium • 5 min
herbal/acid — rosemary’s earthiness and citrus lift fragrant spice in the dish
Highball glass • Easy • 5 min
herbal/acid/bubbles — mint and lime brighten rich, spicy curry and soda cleanses palate
Wine Glass • Medium • 15 min
heat/acid/sweet — chili and citrus echo curry heat while wine base cools and adds acidity
Coupe • Medium • 5 min
smoke/acid — mezcal’s smoke adds complexity; lemon and honey soften rich lamb
Old Fashioned glass • Medium • 5 min
acid/bitter/smoke — citrus and bitters amplify aromatic spices and balance lamb’s richness