Spirits pairings for Lamb And Sweet Potato Shepherd's Pies

Rum

Caramel-toned, soft oak.

Why it works with Lamb And Sweet Potato Shepherd's Pies

Soft sweetness, citrus-edged richness, and coffee-warmth pours match the pastry case without piling on sugar.

Bourbon & American whiskey

Vanilla, caramel, charred-oak sweetness.

Why it works with Lamb And Sweet Potato Shepherd's Pies

Sweet-roasty, citrus-edged, and bitter-soft pours all keep dessert from cloying.

Liqueurs & digestifs

Aged French brandy.

Why it works with Lamb And Sweet Potato Shepherd's Pies

Big, dark, sometimes-funky pours stand up to lamb's gamy fat without flinching.

Scotch & Irish whiskey

Balanced, often with light smoke.

Why it works with Lamb And Sweet Potato Shepherd's Pies

Big, dark, sometimes-funky pours stand up to lamb's gamy fat without flinching.

Scotch & Irish whiskey

Smoke, brine, iodine.

Why it works with Lamb And Sweet Potato Shepherd's Pies

Big, dark, sometimes-funky pours stand up to lamb's gamy fat without flinching.

Scotch & Irish whiskey

Honeyed, fruity, gentle.

Why it works with Lamb And Sweet Potato Shepherd's Pies

Soft sweetness, citrus-edged richness, and coffee-warmth pours match the pastry case without piling on sugar.