A weekend brunch is the perfect antidote to a long week. And we all know brunch and booze go hand-in-hand. Whether you’re hosting or just showing up, here are some of my favorite options for sips to pair with various flavors.
Sweet
Champagne Veuve Clicquot (in half bottle, $22)
Half bottles are ideal for day drinking as they serve 2-3 glasses of wine. This classic bubbly is the best way to start any party. With one easy step, a glass of Champagne gets festive simply by adding high quality maraschino cherries. It imparts a lush cherry note to the sparkler and looks beautiful, too. I like Luxardo -- there are no pits and they taste delicious.
Pair with sweet food like French toast and fruit salad
Spicy
Field Recordings Rose (in a can! $7)
A delicious rose that is served up in a can. It's one of the hottest trends in wine – it’s high quality yet fun. This makes for a great party wine and rose is one of the best picks for brunch wines.
With just ingredients, you can create a party punch extraordinary. Simply add pomegranate juice, a dash of sweet agave nectar and sliced, fresh oranges. Viola! A thirst-quenching crowd-pleaser.
Pair with spicy food like grilled chorizo or spicy sausage with sweet mustard
Salty
Giesen Riesling, $12
This lightly sweet, affordable white is the ultimate brunch wine – and it’s low in alcohol (only 10 percent)
With two ingredients, you can easily turn this white into a succulent "Faux Mojito". Pour the wine over ice, add a splash of freshly squeezed lemon or lime juice and top with fresh mint.
Pair with salty food like huevos rancheros.
Savory
Campo Viejo Rioja, $9
Just because it’s brunch doesn't mean you can drink red. This spicy, light-hearted wine will pair perfectly with hearty brunch fare.
Pair with savory food like an egg casserole with either bacon or ham