Halloween Candy is already a lovely thing to shove in your face… but washing it down with some wine? There. You. Go. !!!
Twix – The classic chocolate-covered caramel cookie combo is both crunchy and sweet, and Kovic says you need a wine with a “bold flavor that will match the Twix without being overpowered,” like Dow’s Ruby Port. Comrie agrees with a port, suggesting Kopke’s Tawny port.
Reese’s – Enjoy the ultimate candy in the Halloween bowl with a Pedro Ximenez Sherry from Spain, which Kovic calls “Reese’s in a glass.”
Snickers – To match the peanuts and nougat, the nutty and caramel flavors of a Madeira (bual) are perfect, according to Kovic. Comrie also recommends a sherry, like oloroso, or zinfandel “for a nutty, spiced complement.”
KitKat – The wine experts suggest going easy on your wine because of the lightness of the candy. They recommend a red moscato or a pinot noir, which Comrie says is “playful and light enough not to overpower the wafers.”
Sour Patch Kids – What goes with the tangy, fruity candy? An “off-dry riesling from Germany” is the best pairing, Kovic says.
Candy corn – This one is divisive, but it is a Halloween staple. For fans of candy corn, Kovic suggests Jordan chardonnay from Sonoma, California.
Hershey’s Kisses – A ruby port is the best wine for milk chocolate Kisses and if you’re going for dark chocolate Kisses, the wine pros recommend pairing them with a red zinfandel.
Starburst – This old school fruity, chewy candy goes well with champagne or sparkling wine.
Twizzlers – For a classic red Twizzler, Kovic advises, “Off-dry Provence rosé is best.”
Nerds Gummy Clusters – They’re an “insanely complex candy,” between the texture and flavor, so Kovic recommends an off-dry or slightly sweet riesling to complement it all.
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