TAKE YOUR EXPERIENCE FROM GOOD TO UNFORGETTABLE WITH OUR SUGGESTED CURED MEAT AND DRINKS PAIRINGS

When it comes to enjoying charcuterie, the right drink pairing can take your experience from good to unforgettable. Whether you’re settling in for a cosy night by the fire, planning a festive feast, or packing a picnic for the countryside, here’s how to perfectly match The Real Cure’s award-winning British cured meats with something delicious to sip on — alcoholic or not. These are a few of our tried and tested suggestions.

Black Truffle Salami with Espresso Coffee

Breakfast or brunch gets a decadent twist with our Black Truffle Salami. Swap smoked salmon for slices of truffle salami on a toasted muffin with eggs, and pair with a bold espresso. The earthy truffle notes and rich coffee are a match made in heaven. We suggest trying Reads Coffee roasted locally to us in Sherborne.

Sloe & Wild Garlic Venison Salami with Fortified Wine

A winter favourite, our Sloe & Wild Garlic Venison Salami pairs beautifully with a smooth Port. The salami’s deep gamey flavour and hint of wild garlic are perfectly balanced by the port’s sweetness. Best enjoyed outdoors after a day of field sports or after a brisk country walk. If you fancy something lighter, try the Conker Distillery Port Barrelled Gin with tonic and crushed ice.

Dorset Blue Vinny & Fig Salami with Muscat

The sweet and savoury magic of our Dorset Blue Vinny & Fig Salami deserves something equally expressive — a Muscat. This fragrant dessert wine complements the creamy blue cheese and dried fig with honeyed floral notes that round out each mouthful.

Dorset Nduja with a Bloody Mary

Brunch perfection: our Dorset Nduja spread on toast with a spicy Bloody Mary. The smoky, fiery nduja plays beautifully with the tomato, celery, and vodka notes of the cocktail. A little heat, a little tang — a lot of satisfaction. We make ours with Black Cow Pure Milk Vodka – made all the better by grating a little of their Deluxe Cheddar Cheese on our Dorset Nduja laden rounds of toast.

Cider & Pink Peppercorn Salami with a Perry Pear Cider

A lightly sparkling Perry Cider makes a beautiful match for our Cider & Pink Peppercorn Salami. The pear notes bring out the fruitiness of the cider used in the salami itself, while the subtle peppercorn spice dances with the natural sweetness of the perry. A Dorset duo worth celebrating if you pick up a bottle of Purbeck Cider’s Katy & Perry.

Fennel & White Pepper Salami with a cool Gin & Tonic or Mint Tea

Fresh, aromatic and perfectly balanced — a classic Gin & Tonic with a slice of cool cucumber and a mint leaf pairs wonderfully with the Fennel & White Pepper Salami. The botanicals of the gin echo the delicate fennel, while the crisp cucumber lifts every bite. We like gin with minty and patchouli botanicals, like the 0% ACV Conker Distillery Bowser Leaf. If you want to enjoy our Fennel & White Pepper Salami with something warm, try Dorset Tea’s Wild About Mint Tea.

Wild Venison Chorizo with Brandy

Our Wild Venison Chorizo is smoky, rich and warming — and it truly shines alongside a glass of Somerset Cider Brandy’s Kingston Black Apple Aperitif. The brandy’s gentle sweetness and depth bring another layer of warmth to this already hearty salami. A fireside favourite.

Wild Venison Pepperoni with a Session IPA

For a perfect pub-style pairing, try our Wild Venison Pepperoni with a Session IPA such as Sea Wall from the Monkey Brewhouse. The bright hops and light bitterness of the IPA cut through the pepperoni’s richness, refreshing the palate between bites.

Beef Snacking Salami with a Pilsner

With flavours reminiscent of biltong, our Beef Snacking Salami loves the crisp, refreshing nature of a Pilsner lager. The carbonation cleanses the palate, making every bite as satisfying as the first. The ideal combo for a weekend pint and snack.

Dorset Pancetta with a Bramble Cocktail

Our Dorset Pancetta has a gentle saltiness with hits undertones of rosemary, that’s beautifully complemented by something fresh and herby — like a Bramble cocktail made from Englands Gin or even a Pentire Coastal Spritz. The fruit and botanicals balance the savoury edge, creating a moreish pairing for lighter evenings.

Hartgrove Coppa with Fizz

For an elegant pairing, enjoy our Hartgrove Coppa with a glass of Prosecco, or better yet, a local Dorsecco. The delicate sweetness and sparkle marry perfectly with the indulgent richness of the coppa — an effortless way to elevate any celebration. Something like Dorset Cremant from Bride Valley Vineyard pairs effortlessly.

Smoked Pepperoni with Ginger Beer

If you prefer something non-alcoholic but full of character, try our Smoked Pepperoni with a chilled Ginger Beer. The zingy spice of the ginger complements the smokiness of the pepperoni for a bold, refreshing partnership.

Whether you’re crafting a sharing board, planning a festive gathering, or simply unwinding at the end of the day, these pairings are designed to celebrate flavour, balance and craftsmanship — all hallmarks of The Real Cure.

Explore the full range of award-winning British charcuterie at therealcure.co.uk and discover your own perfect pairing this season.

Perfect Pairings: Matching Cured Meat with Your Favourite Drinks