Hari Raya is a time of celebration and feasting, and what better way to complement the festive spread than with coffee pairings that enhance the flavors of traditional dishes? Here are some coffee pairing ideas for Hari Raya:
- Rendang: The rich, complex flavors of beef or chicken rendang pair well with coffees that have a earthy profile such as Indonesian or Sumatran coffees. Alternatively, you can pair a chocolate or nutty profile from a Nicaraguan coffee.
- Lemang: Lemang, a glutinous rice dish cooked in bamboo, has a unique, slightly smoky flavor that pairs nicely with earthy coffees.
- Kuih-Muih and Desserts: The sweet and colorful Hari Raya kuih-muih, pair delightfully with floral or fruity profile coffees such as Ethiopian can help complement the pandan or coconut flavors of many kuih. If you have durian dodol however, do try a chocolate/nutty profile coffee.
- Cold Brew, pour-over and espresso: With the hot weather and all the spicy, rich foods, a nice smooth and clean profile of a cold brew or pour-over can complement the heaviness and all the rich spices. Do try a cold espresso also.
Remember, the best pairings are the ones that suit your personal taste preferences. Feel free to experiment with different coffee profiles and brewing methods to find the perfect match for your Hari Raya feast.
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Cloud Catcher:
The Nicaragua Picaflor would go well nicely with the main courses such as rendang, satay and lemang. It works well as a black, white or just espresso. Of course, you can wind up a hearty meal with a pour-over Kenya Thageini Karibu or iced-espresso.
Curate Coffee Roasters:
We would go with the Peru Huancas Fidel for the main courses, black or with milk. Try adding gula melaka and ice for a nice dessert drink. The Indonesia Pucuk Sindoro works to wrap up a hearty meal or to go with it. It’s nice as a black or white, cold or hot.
