Non-Alcoholic Wine and Food Pairings for Your Best Celebration

Some things just go together: Peanut butter and jelly, coffee and creamer, and BEAU VIVA and a night with your favorite people. However, what goes with a non-alcoholic sparkling wine like BEAU VIVA? The answer is: Quite a lot!

Check out these pairings for starters, mains, and desserts for non-alcoholic sparkling wine.

What Do You Eat With Non-Alcoholic Sparkling Wine?

Wine of all kinds, non-alcoholic or otherwise, can be highly versatile, but most people would agree that every type of wine has their perfect pairings.

A good port goes well with your chocolatey desserts, while a light and airy Chardonnay tends to work best with more delicate flavors. 

So, what about trying a non-alcoholic wine with food? Just like any other type of wine, a non-alcoholic wine has its perfect pairs.

Pairing Option 1: A Mediterranean grain bowl with grilled vegetables

A non-alcoholic sparkling wine is often a little sweet, thanks to fruit-forward flavors, but it’s typically more on the dry side. One of the best ways to pair an alcohol-free aperitif like BEAU VIVA’s sparkling wine is by pairing it with a meal made up of all-natural ingredients, just like BEAU VIVA relies on natural ingredients to create its signature flavor. 

Mediterranean grain bowls can be highly versatile, too, so even if you pick this pairing for a party, everyone can have something a little different and still have a delicious pairing

Your base should be a healthy grain, like quinoa, then add in some protein. An animal-based option might be some lean chicken, but you can also go for plant-based choices like tofu or chickpeas. Toss in your favorite vegetables, like spinach, bell peppers, or red onion. Then, finish it off with a light dressing or a creamy dip on the side. 

Pairing Option 2: A poké bowl with mixed fish and veggies.

An ongoing trend you’ll likely notice is that non-alcoholic sparkling wine tends to pair best with lighter fare. A big, heavy meal is likely not the best pairing option for non-alcoholic sparkling wine. A great food pairing for non-alcoholic sparkling rosé, like BEAU VIVA, is a poké bowl. 

Poké bowls typically contain either white or brown rice, one or more types of fish, and mixed vegetables, such as seaweed, edamame, and cucumbers. As you’ll notice, we said non-alcoholic sparkling wine doesn’t work well with big, heavy meals, but that doesn’t mean that they don’t work with filling meals. A poké bowl comes packed with flavor, as well as tons of different macronutrients that keep you fueled throughout your day. 

Plus, pairing a poké bowl with non-alcoholic sparkling wine means that you can enjoy it anytime. Drinking alcoholized wine on your lunch break may not always be the best idea, but a poké bowl and a glass of BEAU VIVA is always a good idea.

Pairing Option 3: Seared salmon sushi with pickled ginger in a soy glaze

One pairing option that could work as your entree or as a shareable dish with your guests is sushi, which is always an ideal pairing for non-alcoholic sparkling wine. Sparkling wine works wonderfully with fish. The light and delicate flavors of the fish don’t cover the soft subtlety of the sparkling wine’s tasting notes. 

However, when you pick sushi, steer clear of those that are on the heavier side, like tempura-battered fish, sushi with mayo or other cream sauces, or large and heavy baked rolls. Instead, stick with lighter fare, like some seared salmon sushi. Add some edamame on the side for a well-rounded meal that’s exactly what to eat with your favorite non-alcoholic sparkling wine.

Pairing Option 4: Angel food cake with strawberries and whipped cream

You might not think of dessert right away when you think of what to eat with sparkling wine. However, some types of sparkling wine, like a non-alcoholic rosé, work just as well with appetizers and main courses as they do with desserts. 

Still, you generally want to choose a dessert that’s on the lighter side. For a sweet dessert that’s not too sweet, opt for something fruit-forward instead of chocolate-forward, like an angel food cake with fresh strawberries and whipped cream. The strawberries, in particular, pair perfectly with a sparkling non-alcoholic rosé.

Pairing Option 5: Matcha cake with raspberries

For another dessert pairing with non-alcoholic sparkling wine, consider choosing a dessert that’s a little more on the savory side than the sweet side. Let the sweetness of the sparkling wine sing out while the dessert is a little more understated. 

A dessert like a matcha cake has somewhat of an earthy flavor, something unique and different, just like you’re trying something new by forgoing alcohol. Adding the raspberries on top lets you add in a little more traditional sweetness without covering up the unique flavor of the matcha. Plus, the red berry flavor can help highlight the complementary flavors in a non-alcoholic sparkling rosé.

Plan Your Perfect Pairings With BEAU VIVA

While some things may have their one true match, that’s not the case for non-alcoholic sparkling wine. From light and shareable appetizers to filling and healthy meals to unique dessert options, non-alcoholic sparkling wine can be the perfect accompaniment to your entire meal.

BEAU VIVA is all about celebrating your way, which is why it was made to be a perfect pairing to all your favorite flavors. With bright red berry flavors, a bite of citrus, and the most refreshing stream of bubbles, BEAU VIVA is your plate’s best friend and the life of any party. 

Discover your perfect pairing: BEAU VIVA.