Beer pairings for Scallops Saffron Risotto

Stouts & porters

Roasted coffee, slight bitterness, creamy mouthfeel.

Why it works with Scallops Saffron Risotto

Salty-mineral, dry, and faintly smoky pours mirror brine and bring out shellfish sweetness.

Belgian & trappist

Caramel, dark fruit, mild spice.

Why it works with Scallops Saffron Risotto

Round, soft, faintly bitter pours echo the parmesan-and-butter weight without piling on.

Lagers & pilsners

Crisp, noble-hopped, bone-dry.

Why it works with Scallops Saffron Risotto

Salty-mineral, dry, and faintly smoky pours mirror brine and bring out shellfish sweetness.

Belgian & trappist

Dry, peppery, citrusy farmhouse style.

Why it works with Scallops Saffron Risotto

Round, soft, faintly bitter pours echo the parmesan-and-butter weight without piling on.

Belgian & trappist

Strong, golden, dry-finishing despite richness.

Why it works with Scallops Saffron Risotto

Round, soft, faintly bitter pours echo the parmesan-and-butter weight without piling on.

Wheat beers

Coriander and orange peel. Brilliant Belgian-style wheat.

Why it works with Scallops Saffron Risotto

Round, soft, faintly bitter pours echo the parmesan-and-butter weight without piling on.