Spirits that pair with

Seared Scallops

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Highland Single Malt

5 dishes

Scotch & Irish whiskey

Balanced, often with light smoke.

Why it works

Earth-and-oak, lightly smoky, slightly bitter pours echo mushroom's deep umami.

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Aged Rum

Rum

Caramel-toned, soft oak.

Why it works with Pan-seared Scallops With Pancetta

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

Blanco Tequila

Tequila & mezcal

Fresh, peppery, citrus-forward.

Why it works with Pan Seared Scallops With Tomatillo Salsa

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

Irish Whiskey

Scotch & Irish whiskey

Triple-distilled, smooth, faintly sweet.

Why it works with Cream Of Watercress Soup With Pan-seared Scallops

Warm, malt-driven, or whiskey-sweet pours echo long-simmer comfort and bring savory roundness.

Mezcal

Tequila & mezcal

Smoky and earthy, with serious mineral edges.

Why it works with Pan Seared Scallops With Tomatillo Salsa

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

Reposado Tequila

Tequila & mezcal

Oak-rested, gentler, hint of caramel.

Why it works with Pan Seared Scallops With Tomatillo Salsa

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

Speyside Single Malt

Scotch & Irish whiskey

Honeyed, fruity, gentle.

Why it works with Cream Of Watercress Soup With Pan-seared Scallops

Warm, malt-driven, or whiskey-sweet pours echo long-simmer comfort and bring savory roundness.

Tennessee Whiskey

Bourbon & American whiskey

Charcoal-mellowed bourbon cousin.

Why it works with Pan-seared Scallops With Pancetta

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