Good food should always be accompanied by very good drinks. Meat lovers will not say otherwise. But what to drink when you finish eating a good hamPata Negra ? Let’s start by focusing on this type of ham, before offering some accompaniments.
Pata Negra Ham
Typically, a classic ham comes from the largest legs of a pig. The one called pata negra ham comes from Iberian pigs raised in special conditions by Spanish butchers. Before being a world-famous dish, it is first and foremost a specificity of the Spanish. This type of ham is recognized as one of the best on the planet due to its unique flavor. It is prepared by specialists with several ingredients such as very rich aromas, soft textures and many others. After a good dish of this type of ham, you can accompany it with a suitable drink. Even if opinions are different, there are still suitable drinks.
What should you drink with a pata negra ham?
It depends on you, your preference, your taste and above all the local drink of your environment. However; there are specific drinks you can drink:
Sparkling white champagne
Essentially made from white grapes with white juice, this type of champagne
is the best accompaniment after a dish of Pata Negra ham. Its lightness, aroma and flavor facilitate digestion and satisfy your appetite desires. Let us also point out that you can take other champagnes of your choice, as long as they are at least 15 months old and are still brut and refined.
A White Arbois
Produced in the Jura regions of France, Arbois blanc is renowned for accompanying poultry, cheeses, hams and fish. It is said to have a special flavor that will do nothing but tickle your taste buds. You just have to try it to appreciate it.
The Red wine
It is one of the best wines for an Iberian ham. Its strong aroma goes perfectly with a Pata Negra. Let us point out, however, that the red wine best recommended after this dish is the reserve red wine.
In the Spanish countryside, Finos or Manzanilla wines are most commonly served in restaurants that specialize in Pata Negra ham.
Sparkling wines
The only requirement here is to avoid those that are too mild and sweet. Otherwise those that are dry and old go well with a Pata Negra ham
Beer
This is the last of this list, which should be remembered is not exhaustive. If you are not a fan of wine or champagne, you can also have a good bottle of cold beer.
Let’s clarify, the choice of your drink will depend on your taste and preferences. Whatever drink you choose, you can always live a unique experience because of the special flavor that Pata Negra hams give you.