It’s that time of year again, when the cold starts to break and warmer weather gradually begins to grace us with its presence.As the seasons change, we often seek out and welcome food and drink that reflects our surroundings.When things start to heat up, our desire for beverages that quench our thirst and cool us off grows exponentially with the increase in temperature.In a world filled with slushies and punches, there is one classic cocktail that has been helping us usher in Spring and Summer for centuries: Sangria
PAIRING: EGG BENEDICT
Full Ingredients list
- 8 slices of bacon or 4 slices of Canadian bacon
- 4 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons white or rice vinegar
- 2 English muffins
- Butter
- 2 tablespoons chopped parsley, for garnish
Hollandaise Sauce:
- 10 tablespoons unsalted butter (if using salted butter, omit the added salt)
- 3 large egg yolks
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
- Dash cayenne or Tabasco sauce
WHEN IS NATIONAL EGG BENEDICT DAY?
National Eggs Benedict Day takes place each year on April 16th.
We don’t know why and there are not references to why April 16th was the day to celebrate this dish however we encourage you to not to wait until next April 16th to enjoy this fabulous meal.
ORIGINS OF THE EGG BENEDICT
We found more than one theory about the origins of Eggs Benedict, but we like this one and will grant it favor:
“In the early 18th century, Pope Benedict XIII liked an egg dish so much that he requested it time and time again. Many believe that Pope Benedict XIII had an illness that added to his desire for this particular egg dish, hence the name Eggs Benedict.”
If you would like to learn more about who Pope Benedict XIII was, click here.
SHERRY PAIRINGS WITH EGG BENEDICT – PAIRING VERMOUTH ROSÉ SPRITZ WITH EGG BENEDICT
As promised, we are going to recommend a cocktail for this special time that fits like a glove. To us, it makes total sense; not only are we on the weekend—when cocktails during brunch have become an organic choice for many Americans—, but also, many wines (particularly red) may be somewhat challenged by the Eggs Benedict’s runny, rich, and super creamy texture. So, the cocktail it is! Here you go, Lustau Vermut Rosé Spritz:
Ingredients
- 2 oz Lustau Vermut Rosé
- 3 oz parts of your favorite tonic water
- Pink grapefruit wheel
Steps:
- Fill your large wine glass with plenty of ice.
- Add Lustau Vermut Rosé and top with tonic water
- Gently stir until both parts are properly interlaced.
- Garnish with a pink grapefruit wheel
