đđ·Â The Ultimate Guide to Pairing Wine with Halloween Candy! đŹđ·
Halloweenâs over, but the candy haul is real! Whether youâre munching on leftovers from trick-or-treaters or sneaking from your kidâs stash, Iâve got the perfect wine pairings to elevate your candy game. đâš
Twix + RosĂ© or Champagne đ„ The bubbly acidity in rosĂ© and Champagne perfectly complements the caramel and milk chocolate in Twix. Cheers to that!
Candy Corn + Prosecco or Chardonnay đŸ Love it or hate it, candy corn gets a glow-up with some bubbly Prosecco or a smooth Chardonnay. Perfect for fans of this divisive treat!
Reeseâs Peanut Butter Cups + Merlot đ«đ· Already the best Halloween candy? Make it even better with a medium-bodied Merlot. Peanut butter and wine? Yes, please!
Hersheyâs Dark Chocolate + Zinfandel or Port đ· The tannins in dark chocolate need a sweet red wine for balance. Try Zinfandel, Port, or even a Malbec or Syrah for a match made in heaven.
Milky Way + Merlot đ«đ· Smooth nougat and creamy caramel in a Milky Way shine when paired with a medium-bodied Merlot. Yum!
Smarties + Sparkling Wine đŹâš Cut through the fruity, chalky texture of Smarties with the crisp acidity of sparkling wine. A refreshing combo!
Snickers + Sauternes, Cabernet Sauvignon, or Port đ«đ· With all the flavors in a Snickers bar, a robust Cab Sav, rich Sauternes, or a sweet Port will stand up to the challenge. Next-level deliciousness!
Starburst + Pinot Grigio, Sauvignon Blanc, or Riesling đ· All those fruity flavors in Starburst pair perfectly with these white wines. Sweet and refreshing!
Kit Kats + Pinot Noir đ«đ· Simple yet classic, Kit Katsâ crisp wafers and milk chocolate are a dream with the light fruitiness of Pinot Noir.
So, grab your favorite candy and a glass of wine, and enjoy the perfect pairing! đŹđ· Cheers! đ
Source:Â Carpe Travel