Smriti Dey
March 10, 2025
Light and botanical – the adaptability of gin & tonic allows scope for hosts to pair it with various foods, including soft cheeses and charcuterie, due to its ability to enhance different flavours. The cocktail’s effervescence, alongside quinine bitterness contrast well with the dry, herbal, citrus notes of the spirit, keeping the pairing unique.
The contrast between spicy meat and creamy cheese makes for a vibrant textural balance when served with a herb crust, consisting of sun-dried crushed thyme.
Another soft cheese that complements the subtle saltiness of prosciutto is camembert, which has a creamy, slightly sour flavour when melted.
Made with a citrus-forward gin, the acidity of the cocktail balances the earthiness of the cheese and umami notes of the Italian salami, bringing out the best in each ingredient.
The spice and vinegar notes of chorizo sausage is best savoured with a peppery gin, highlighting undertones of cardamom or coriander.
Between bites of the Bresaola, the tonic acts as a palate cleanser, while the gin’s vibrancy complements the burrata’s creaminess, complete with hints of citrus. *Drink Responsibly. This communication is for audiences above the age of 25.