Pairing cocktails with Chinese food can be a delightful experience, as the varied flavors of Chinese cuisine offer plenty of opportunities for exciting combinations. When you visit your favorite bars, choosing the right drink to go with your food is part of the experience. People love our Chinese food at San Francisco Kitchen, but it’s even better with the right drink to go with it.
Here are some of our favorite cocktails to enjoy with the Chinese food at one of your favorite bars, San Francisco Kitchen.
Mai Tai
This tropical cocktail with rum, lime juice, orgeat syrup, and orange liqueur pairs well with sweet and sour chicken or shrimp fried rice. It’s a classic Asian-inspired drink, so it’s the perfect choice for your favorite Chinese dishes.
Moscow Mule
Bring cultures together by enjoying a Moscow mule with some Chinese food. Made with vodka, ginger beer, and lime juice, the spicy and refreshing Moscow Mule can be an excellent match for spicy Szechuan dishes or dim sum.
Sake Martini
A fusion of Japanese sake and dry vermouth, garnished with a lemon twist or cucumber slice, which complements the delicate flavors of dishes like steamed dumplings or seafood dishes. It’s a great choice when you want to keep an East Asian theme between your meal and your drink.
Chinese 75
A twist on the classic French 75, made with gin, lemon juice, simple syrup, and sparkling wine, offering a refreshing accompaniment to appetizers like spring rolls or potstickers. Asian traditions and cooking methods have found their way into Western food, so why not the drinks as well?
Tea-Based Cocktails
Tea is essential to Asian cultures. Try a Green Tea Mojito, Jasmine Tea Collins, or Oolong Old Fashioned to complement the flavors of various Chinese dishes.
Try More Food and Drinks at Your Favorite Nashua Bars
No matter your food or drink preferences, San Francisco Kitchen has the perfect pairing for you. Try one of the pairings we’ve suggested, or order your favorites. You might be surprised how well they go together. If you need help deciding, our staff is always ready to suggest one of our house specialties.
