Cocktail and Appetizer Pairings for Game Day

This sweet and citrusy drink staple meets a spicy and savory snack in the perfect marriage of Mexican flavors. Customize with your favorite toppings – then drink up and dig in.

This fizzy, grapefruit-forward concoction – also the national cocktail of Mexico – gets its kick from the addition of jalapeño. Its citrus sweetness blends well with the tang and spice of this classic game day dish.

This margarita riff has a complex smokey undertone that complements any cheesy Mexican recipe. But our Hail Mary is a platter of satisfying baked cheese-stuffed jalapeño bites to pair.

The richness and depth of chai spice captures the flavors of fall in this seasonal spin on the classic whiskey sour. A standout on its own, the cocktail matches easily with the mild, earthy taste of a creamy round of baked brie.

Delicately fruity, this cocktail finds its match in irresistibly sweet and salty bacon-wrapped dates. They’re ridiculously simple to make, but a total touchdown for the tastebuds.

As the weather gets colder, you may be dreaming of roasted chestnuts. But they have nothing on spiced pecans. The native Southern nut draws out bourbon’s complex flavors, while the spicy-sweet seasoning complements the citrus notes. Not to mention they’re hassle-free - pick up a bag at the store and throw them in a bowl for an easy crowd-pleasing snack.