Cocktails pairings for Slow Braised Pork Shank With Fig Compote And Roasted Root Vegetables

Classic & stirred

Bourbon, Campari, sweet vermouth. The whiskey Negroni — richer, less bitter.

Why it works with Slow Braised Pork Shank With Fig Compote And Roasted Root Vegetables

Caramel-sweet, lightly bitter, citrus-bright pours match pork's sweet fat and crisp skin.

Vodka & gin

Bone-dry, crisp, olive-edged.

Vodka & gin

Botanical, refreshing, endlessly flexible.

Why it works with Slow Braised Pork Shank With Fig Compote And Roasted Root Vegetables

Bright citrus, lightly herbal, and clean wheat pours stay light against vegetable freshness.

Aperitivo & low-ABV

Elderflower liqueur, Prosecco, mint, soda. The Negronis softer cousin.

Why it works with Slow Braised Pork Shank With Fig Compote And Roasted Root Vegetables

Bright citrus, lightly herbal, and clean wheat pours stay light against vegetable freshness.

Bourbon & American whiskey

Bourbon or rye, sugar, bitters, orange.

Why it works with Slow Braised Pork Shank With Fig Compote And Roasted Root Vegetables

Caramel-sweet, lightly bitter, citrus-bright pours match pork's sweet fat and crisp skin.

Highball & long drinks

Tequila, fresh grapefruit, lime, salt, soda. The taco-day default.

Why it works with Slow Braised Pork Shank With Fig Compote And Roasted Root Vegetables

Caramel-sweet, lightly bitter, citrus-bright pours match pork's sweet fat and crisp skin.

Shaken sours

Bourbon, fresh lemon, sugar, optional egg-white foam.

Why it works with Slow Braised Pork Shank With Fig Compote And Roasted Root Vegetables

Caramel-sweet, lightly bitter, citrus-bright pours match pork's sweet fat and crisp skin.