Yash Lakhan
April 13, 2025
Cocktails and mocktails enhance the rich flavours of cheesy dishes in French cuisine – pairing seamlessly with cheeses like Brie and Camembert or dishes like Croque Monsieur, courtesy of their crisp notes. Whether alcoholic or non-alcoholic, these options provide an easy means to upgrade a summer meal. *All concoctions listed use 30ml liquor measurements. Drink Responsibly. This communication is for audiences above the age of 25.
The bitterness of the cocktail coupled with saffron richness of creamy mac and cheese is a way to balance greasiness and allow each component to highlight its own unique identity.
The fig-bourbon in this drink combination elevates baked brie to its melted, buttery glory, as the cocktail's subtle sweetness and oak flavour set against the flaky croutons make for a hearty snack.
Mezcal’s smoky depth teamed with zesty brightness of the pineapple cut through the salty chew of pan-fried halloumi, whose caramelised crust and salty flavour complement the tropical profile of the drink.
This pairing features gentle, floral chamomile and citrus fizz that softens the pungent blue cheese sauce of the gnocchi, providing a foundation that allows both to shine.
The blackberry – with its fruit character, threads through raclette’s rich, nutty melt in this combination, thus complementing the crisp-fluffy textures of roast potatoes.
A unique pairing where pear-infused gin cuts through the airy cheese soufflé’s rich umami, which helps enhance its savoury character.