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Fruit, tea and herbs can carry a meal with as much care as a cellar selection. Here is how our alcohol-free pairing follows the courses.
Match weight before flavour
A light crudo works with a clear apple infusion. A richer main needs more texture, perhaps from tea or a little roasted fruit. Matching intensity keeps the drink from disappearing beside the food.
Make sweetness a choice
We keep the base infusions dry and adjust a small quantity of syrup after tasting the dish. Citrus and gentle bitterness provide balance. This is a pairing to enjoy throughout dinner, not a succession of soft drinks.
Tell us what you enjoy
Some guests love aromatic herbs; others prefer something simpler. Our host can explain the ingredients and adjust the pace. Choosing not to drink alcohol should still feel like a generous part of the evening.
Choose your own pace
You do not need to commit to a full pairing to explore the idea. Begin with a single glass alongside the first course and tell the host what you notice. A pairing is most useful when it follows your appetite and the way you want to spend the evening.
