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Many people love to slurp on chilled raw oysters at casual get-togethers and fancy events. The taste can range from salty and briny to sweet and metallic. To ensure you don’t mask the complex flavor profile, below are a few drinks you should pair with the chewy treat.

Drink Pairings for Raw Oysters

1. Sparkling White Wine

To make the occasion more festive, sip sparkling wine or champagne while eating. The carbonation will balance the creamy texture of the protein, and the earthy notes will complement the brininess of the meat.    

2. Gin

Gulf-Shores-AlabamaIf you order a cocktail at the oyster bar, choose gin as the base. Juniper berries give the liquor its pine taste, a flavor that won’t overshadow the saltiness and subtle sweetness of raw oysters. Some versions of the spirit also feature cucumber accents, which enhances the cucumber taste of certain oyster varieties. 

3. Stout Beer

A cold stout beer will intensify the creaminess of raw oysters. The roasted malt flavor has a spicy aftertaste, which will complement the seafood’s saltiness. Gulping the beer will also quench your thirst when munching on the salty, crunchy batter of fried oysters.

4. Cider

Although many oyster varieties have a salty sea taste, others contain the subtle flavors of fruit, including citrus and melon. The tart apple tang of crisp hard cider enhances the semi-sweet finish of the protein. Texture-wise, dry and semi-dry brews help balance the creaminess of raw oysters.

 

When visiting the Gulf Shores, AL, area, satisfy your craving for raw oysters at Papa Rocco's. The restaurant is a popular neighborhood hangout, where locals and visitors enjoy fresh and nutritious seafood, flavorful pizza, and inexpensive drinks in a lively atmosphere. Each night, the bar features live music. To learn more about the menu selection and happy hour specials, call (251) 948-7262 or visit the website

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