Classic Cocktail and Snack Pairings for Election Night

Nothing settle you in for a long night in front of the telly like a delicious cocktail and a tasty morsel. What may be a stressful night in front of your TV can be improved with these classic cocktail and snack pairings any home bartender can master. Invite some friends over, bring out the shaker and the cheese board, and turn the night into an excuse for gathering with your favorite people.

Classic Cocktail and Snack Pairings for Election Night

Whiskey Sour & Charcuterie Board

To pair with a whiskey sour, you’ll need a flavor that the whiskey won’t overpower. Stick to your ribs foods are great choices to pair with a spirit-forward cocktail. A charcuterie board of meats, cheeses, and dried fruits packs the perfect punch.

Espresso Martini & Mocha Chocolate Brownies

The espresso martini is the ultimate classy cocktail for a gathering. Anybody can feel chic with one in their hands. The chocolate and espresso are similar but not too similar, so they complement each other without canceling out the flavor.  The espresso martini can also help you stay up late if you’re watching the polls into the night.

Paloma & Chocolate Pretzel Pie

The grapefruit in the paloma will pair well with the saltiness of the pretzels, plus the tropical freshness of the paloma will keep the pretzels in this rich dish from dimming your palate. There are so many variations of pretzels, too, and a paloma will work with pretty much any of them, so vary this recipe to your choosing.  

Margarita & Chicken Quesadillas with Guacamole and Pico de Gallo

The pairing might seem a little too on-the-nose, but this follows the wine pairing strategy of “if it grows together, it goes together.” There’s a little bit of zest in the margarita that will bring out the flavor of the quesadilla and guac. You can also use a mojito, rather than a margarita, if margaritas aren’t your jam.

Aperol Spritz & Wood-Fired Focaccia

Focaccia is an easy thing to bake and a huge crowd-pleaser at any snack table. Serve it with a little bit of olive oil for dipping on the side. The refreshing tang of the aperol spritz balances out the bread, and the addition of a snack makes sipping on the spritz last longer.

Story by Emma Riva 

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