What Beverages Pair Well with Dill and Lemon Salmon?

This lemony grilled salmon would pair very nicely with a Dunkel Weizen, a dark version of Bavarian wheat beer that is different from other wheat ales in that a significant portion of the grain bill includes dark varieties of barley. The result is a light copper to brown, cloudy brew with notes of grain, bread crust and even rich malt that blend very nicely with the usual spicy nose and flavor of a hefeweizen. These qualities will compliment nicely the flavors of this dish.

Some excellent commercial examples of Dunkel Weizen include Franziskaner Hefe-Weisse Dunkel, Weihenstephaner Hefeweissbier Dunkel and Hacker-Pschorr Dunkel Weisse.

The botanicals of a great gin are an excellent match for any type of salmon dish. Choose a gin cocktail with a bit of citrus to offset the dill and lemon such as an Orange Martini, Gimlet or the slightly more complex Pegu Club Cocktail. If you're searching for something a little taller and more refreshing a simple Gin and Tonic or Tom Collins can highlight the dish without an overpowering flavor.

The fresh, vibrant flavors of today’s New World Sauvignon Blanc would be a perfect pairing with this herbal and citrus seasoned salmon. A California Sauvignon Blanc with prominent lemon lime flavors and earthy undertones, make it a natural match and will really highlight the seasoning of this salmon dish, without competing for flavor dominance.

Consider Bonterra’s Vineyard’s 2006 Sauvignon Blanc or ,Benziger’s 2006 Sauvignon Blanc both are well priced and easy to find locally.