4 Holiday-Themed Festive Charcuterie Boards To Pair With Your Favourite Drinks
Holiday charcuterie boards are edible works that can be loaded up with anything—cranberries, nuts, random sprigs of rosemary, pinecones. These holiday-themed charcuterie boards can also feature some cheese, crackers and cold cuts, and then be paired with a cocktail or mocktail based on your guests’ preferences.
Read on for ideas of holiday-themed charcuterie boards paired with cocktails and mocktails
Holiday Brunch Board
Paired with Sparkling Wine / Champagne or Cucumber Rosemary Spritzer Mocktail
A light charcuterie board is an ideal choice for when you’re hosting a festive brunch at home.
Paired with sparkling wine/champagne or a cucumber rosemary spritzer mocktail, you can also opt for lighter and more subtle cheeses like goat cheese or ricotta. Throw in some thin slices of smoked salmon or a mild cured meat like prosciutto. Sliced cucumbers, radishes, and cherry tomatoes are good add-ons as well as seasonal fruits such as pears, apples, or grapes.
To introduce the festival element and feeling, you can add a small bowl of honey or a fruit compote and some breadsticks or thin slices of baguette.
Sweet and Savoury Dessert Board
Paired with Irish Cream Liqueur or Hot Chocolate
This dessert-themed charcuterie board mixes sweet and savoury elements and pairing them with a warm hot chocolate or a rich cream liqueur makes for an apt match.
Mild cheeses such as brie or camembert can be a pick for this platter, along with adding slices of dark chocolate, chocolate truffles, and some festive spiced biscuits like gingerbread or cinnamon shortbread.
Rounding out this charcuterie board can be fresh fruit like figs, apples, and grapes along with candied nuts or chocolate-covered almonds to bring in that much-needed element of crunch.
You may also include a small bowl of salted caramel or a luxurious, velvety chocolate dip to enhance the dessert experience.
Winter Warmth Board
Paired with Mulled Wine or Spiced Apple Mocktail
To create a cheese and snack festive holiday board, start off with a selection of cured meats like smoked ham or chorizo and then add in slices of mature cheddar and brie. Seasonal touches can be brought to this charcuterie board by including dried fruits like figs and cranberries, as well as fresh fruits like pomegranate.
A smattering of nuts such as toasted walnuts or pecans, rounded off with some slices of crusty bread and a lip-smacking bowl of some fig or quince jam, make the dish complete.
Rustic Xmas Board
Paired with Red Wine or Warm Spiced Ginger Mocktail
Rounding off our list, this classic, rustic charcuterie board oozes simplicity meshed with an incredible depth of flavour. Focusing on robust and hearty flavours, start off with stronger cheeses like gouda or blue cheese.
Next, bring the cured meats into the fold such as soppressata or coppa. Throw in some roasted chestnuts or marinated olives, some fresh rosemary sprigs (for aroma) along with some dark chocolate or chocolate-covered almonds. Crackers or whole grain bread complete this board.
Do remember: like everything, alcohol is best consumed in moderation. Drink and serve responsibly!
