Halloween gets all the attention as the top candy holiday, but Easter is a close second. Whether you got in good with the Easter Bunny, bought some treats for yourself, or plan to raid your kids’ baskets, you may have a lot of candy in the house this weekend.
Of course, that’s the kind of problem we love to have, but if you want something to sip on while enjoying that sugar rush, the wine experts at Boozist have some suggestions. These are the best wines to go with your Easter candy haul, according to the pros.
- Jelly beans and sauvignon blanc - For some people, the only way to eat this classic candy is by the handful, which means you’re getting a dozen different flavors at once. That can make pairing a little tricky, but sauvignon blanc is here for it, as the white wine helps balance out all those fruity jelly bean flavors.
- Chocolate bunny and cabernet sauvignon - This Easter basket staple is simple and delicious, and goes best with a wine that’s also straightforward. A cab sav with flavors of black raspberry and ripe cherries is a good match for the strong cocoa in the bunny. Whether you eat it feet first or ears first is up to you.
- Peeps and chardonnay - These marshmallow cuties are a classic Easter candy, but while they’re iconic, they’re really a sugar overload. To contrast all that sweetness, you’ll want a nice, crisp wine, and a chardonnay with flavors of apple and pear will do the trick. The key is a white wine that will enhance the Peeps, not overwhelm them.
- Reese’s Eggs and merlot - There’s plenty of terrible Easter candy out there, but this isn’t one of them. These festive holiday-shaped peanut butter and chocolate treats are one of the most popular in the U.S. and if you’re a fan, try them with a merlot. Look for a red with notes of cherry, vanilla and chocolate, which wine pros say pairs perfectly with the Reese’s Eggs.
The experts at Vine Pair also recommend:
- Cadbury Creme Eggs with Prosecco
- Robin’s Eggs with merlot
- Sour Patch Bunnies with pinot grigio
- Rice Krispy Treats with chardonnay
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