Recchiuti Fall Cocktail & Truffle Pairing

Michael Recchiuti, Confectioner, Drummer... Mixologist?
Bold combinations have always been a part of the Recchiuti magic, herbs, nuts and all sorts of different textures... but how about a drink to pair with your truffles? There are the classics that come to mind, (Barrel Aged Bourbon for our Whiskey Pairing Box, and Cabernet Sauvignon for our Wine Pairing Box) but we thought we’d share some new ideas for drinks that will elevate your tasting experience.

Espresso Martini with the Force Noir Box
Our newest box exclusively contains the fan favorite Force Noir piece, a luxuriant creamy expression of vanilla beans infused into our 70% dark chocolate blend. This texture, just like the blend itself, serves as a perfect jumping off point for some truly exquisite pairings.

We recommend a straight ahead Espresso Martini to go along with the vanilla creaminess, two similarly rich palettes but with enough variation to keep the combination complimentary. The Force Noir will take a supportive role to the timeless coffee drink.

Maple Old Fashioned with Caramels to the Third Power Box
You can’t go wrong with the two layers of caramels presented in our classic C3 box, once you start eating them it’s quite difficult to stop. The only thing that can improve upon the addictive sensory landscape is a sweet liquor addition.

A Maple Old Fashioned provides just the right amount of additional sweetness to match the smokey burnt sugar of the Fleur De Sel, muted and chewy enough that the tones will compliment and not compete. All three caramels match the drink in their own way, and maybe something to sip on might help you savor a box that tends to encourage immediate consumption..

Apple Cider Spritz with Candied Orange Peel
Finally on our list is an appropriately autumnal inclusion. While you may see an orange rind as a garnish on a number of sweet cocktails, Recchiuti has taken the dynamic to a new dimension. Our orange peels are meticulously hand-cut, candied, and enveloped in our unique artisan blend of semisweet chocolate.

To match their citrus flavor we suggest an Apple Cider Spritz, a similarly sweet fruit based profile in cocktail form. A pairing like this feels straight from the farmer’s market, with that extra hint of luxury you can expect from a high end garnish.