Mocktails pairings for Carnitas

5 dishes

Spritzers & fizzes

Muddled cucumber and mint, fresh lime, club soda. Reads like a garden.

Why it works

Citrus and salt cut chile heat and refresh between fatty tortilla bites.

5 dishes

Citrus & shrubs

Bright, simple, endlessly versatile. The everything-pairing.

Why it works

Citrus and salt cut chile heat and refresh between fatty tortilla bites.

5 dishes

Virgin classics

Mint, lime, sugar, soda. Stands on its own without rum.

Why it works

Citrus and salt cut chile heat and refresh between fatty tortilla bites.

5 dishes

Virgin classics

Fresh grapefruit, lime, salt, soda. The Mexican classic without tequila.

Why it works

Citrus and salt cut chile heat and refresh between fatty tortilla bites.

2 dishes

Citrus & shrubs

Sparkling apple cider, fresh lemon, thyme. Autumnal.

Why it works

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

2 dishes

Virgin classics

Pomegranate or grape juice, citrus slices, sparkling water, fresh mint.

Why it works

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