Tea & Meat Pairings
When starting the main course, tea provides a very interesting contrast when combined with red or white meat. It can also enhance or soften the flavors of specific game dishes.
Pairings
MEAT
If you have a preference for red meats, especially grilled or roasted beef, as well as duck or pigeon, consider brewing a black tea from Yunnan, such as Yunnan Premium Buds. This tea is known for its robust and intricate profile, featuring woody, honeyed, fruity, animal, and tobacco notes.
For more delicate white meats, Assam and Darjeeling teas offer a fitting contrast with their robustness and spice.
When it comes to pairing with game, China Pu Erh Imperial, with its rounded texture and hints of animal and forest undertones, is an ideal choice.
Lastly, if you're preparing lamb, a Sri Lankan black tea like Saint-James is an excellent option.