Your Sign to the Perfect Sip
Embark on a celestial journey where zodiac signs intertwine with libations, guiding you through the art of finding your perfect sip. From the fiery passion of Aries complemented by robust reds to the intuitive depth of Pisces paired with effervescent of sparkling cocktails, discover the perfect alignment of astrological energies with exquisite wine and cocktails pairings.
Aquarius — Air Sign
January 20-February 18. Shine in their individualism, alluring, adventurous, have great communication skills, independent to a fault, can be unpredictable due to their unconventionality.
Aquarius & Riesling Pairing
Riesling, a pure, highly aromatic, alluring wine with distinctly floral aromas. Communicator Aquarius enjoys the terroir-expressive riesling, greatly influenced by the wine’s place of origin.
Aquarius & Mai Tai Pairing
Mai Tai, an unconventional Tiki rum cocktail with multiple ingredients. Aquarians have loved its unique allure since its 1940s origin at Trader Vic’s restaurant in California.
Pisces — Water Sign
February 19-March 20. Has an ability to weave into and out of social and romantic situations, eclectic, flexible, intuitive (sometimes even psychic), discerning, passionate, caring, imaginative, artistic.
Pisces & Grenache Pairing
Grenache (aka Garnacha) is rich and warm, alone or in blends. A Pisces appreciates grenache’s versatility, both in the vineyard and the winery, making it one of the most widely distributed grapes in the world.
Pisces & Mimosa Pairing
Mimosa, social with flexibility — sounds like a Pisces. Popular in the U.S. since the 1960s, the champagne juice cocktail shines as a brunch staple or as a refreshing aperitif before dinner.
Aries — Fire Sign
March 21-April 19. Fiery, masculine, productive, driven by their hearts and desires, born leaders, vigorous, a bit selfish, impulsive, hot-headed, quick-thinking, courageous, confident.
Aries & Zinfandel Pairing
Zinfandel, just like an Aries, is bold and powerful. A dry red that grows best in dry conditions, it pairs well with barbecue, spicy foods, smoked cheeses and tangy flavors.
Aries & Manhattan Pairing
Manhattan, the cocktail that oozes confidence, perfect for an Aries. The drink’s creator, Dr. Iain Marshall, first served it at The Manhattan Club in the 1880s — and the name stuck.
Taurus — Earth Sign
April 20-May 20. Has stamina, a natural stabilizer, counted on for their great taste and pleasurable pastimes, stubborn, ethical, loyal, classic, dependable.
Taurus & Champagne Pairing
Champagne, a decadent treat for those with great taste. The bull sign stubbornly insists on imbibing in the light, effervescent bubbles of a glass of sparkling champagne for any and all occasions.
Taurus & French 75 Pairing
French 75, fine champagne mixes with earthy gin for a cocktail tailor-made for a Taurean. During WWI, Harry’s New York Bar in Paris named the boozy drink for the French 75mm field gun.
Gemini — Air sign
May 21-June 20. Restless, always busy and booked, has a love of learning, charismatic, witty, versatile, dramatic, likes attention.
Gemini & Moscato (d’Asti) Pairing
Moscato (d’Asti), pairs with a wide variety of food and is loved by both new and seasoned wine drinkers. Geminis are drawn to its sparkling side yet also enjoy the low-alcohol content as well.
Gemini & Mojito Pairing
Mojito, made with mint and sweet rum, is versatile and refreshing, just like this air sign. Learning-lover Gemini knows that the mojito began as a medicinal drink in Cuba to ward off illness.
Cancer — Water Sign
June 21-July 22. Intuitive, good at reading people and moods, nurturing, compassionate, moody, understanding, natural introvert, overthinker.
Cancer & Pinot Noir Pairing
Pinot noir, a smooth, low-tannin red that won’t offend anyone. Popular for its versatility, pinot noir pairs well with just about any food — including crab, the symbol for Cancers.
Cancer & Sazerac Pairing
Sazerac, a timeless cocktail for moody Cancers who can sip it alone or while in deep conversation. The New Orleans drink is named for Sazerac de Forge et Fils cognac, its original main ingredient.
Leo — Fire Sign
July 23-August 22. A born leader, loves attention and being center stage, stubborn, enthusiastic, dramatic, honest (sometimes to a fault), confident, self-centered.
Leo & Cabernet Sauvignon Pairing
Cabernet sauvignon, the “leader” of most blends, is the star of the show at many a meal. Leos are drawn to this wine’s popularity as one of the world’s most widely recognized red wine grape varieties.
Leo & Margarita Pairing
Margarita, Spanish for daisy, is a showstopper in its famous glass. When one person orders it, especially born-leader Leos, everyone else wants one, too — follow the leader!
Virgo — Earth Sign
August 23-September 22. Adaptable, can be a perfectionist, dependable, cool-headed, self-deprecating, practical, logical, listens to their head over their heart.
Virgo & Chardonnay Pairing
Chardonnay, a go-to, dependable white that adapts to any situation. Virgos can be picky with their perfectionism, so chardonnay is an easy choice with its moderate acidity and alcohol.
Virgo & Hot Toddy Pairing
Hot toddy, soothing and delicious. In the 1780s, it served as a remedy for cold and flu symptoms, much to the delight of logical Virgos. Today it’s enjoyed as a warming end to the evening.
Libra — Air Sign
September 23-October 22. Committed, a good partner, a team player, balanced, diplomatic, overthinker, strives for equilibrium, can overreact but then is overly apologetic in return.
Libra & Sangiovese Libra
Sangiovese, the backbone to many Tuscan reds, is one of the most popular grapes used to make wine. And just like Librans, with the scales that represent the sign, balance is the wine’s hallmark.
Libra & Martini Pairing
Martini, dependable, no-nonsense. Like the Libran, partners well — in this case with either gin or vodka as its main ingredient. Its 1880s origin is a bar in the town of Martinez, California.
Scorpio — Water Sign
October 23-November 21. Elusive, mysterious, yet craves intimacy, intense, has great emotional depth, fearless, creative, can have a revengeful streak and be unforgiving.
Scorpio & Nebbiolo Pairing
Nebbiolo, with its robust tannins and high acidity, can sting the palate — like this sign’s scorpion lethal symbol. With time and attentive care, this wine can be absolutely delicious.
Scorpio & Negroni Pairing
Negroni, with its bitter profile, is intense and timeless. Scorpios are creative like Count Camillo Negroni who, in 1919, created the drink mixed with gin and garnished with a slice of orange.
Sagittarius — Fire Sign
November 22-December 21. An explorer, loves to travel, loves to debate philosophy and spirituality, expressive, larger than life (as this sign is ruled by Jupiter), mischief-maker, outspoken.
Sagittarius & Sauvignon Blanc Pairing
Sauvignon blanc, found all over the world and as expressive as a white wine can get! The optimistic Sagittarian loves sauvignon blanc for being the 8th most widely planted grape.
Sagittarius & Mule Pairing
Mule, made with ginger beer and lime in a copper mug since the 1940s in New York. The travel-loving Sagittarian enjoys it with vodka (Moscow Mule); Irish whiskey (Dublin Mule); or bourbon (Kentucky Mule).
Capricorn — Earth Sign
December 22-January 19. Career- and goal-oriented, tenacious, motivated, hardworking, workaholic, always at the ready to move ahead, competitive.
Capricorn & Merlot Pairing
Merlot, a wine that’s constantly competing for attention but needs to work just … a … bit … harder. Balancing out Capricorn’s workaholic lifestyle, merlot is the soft, gentle red option with lower tannins, acidity and lighter body.
Capricorn & Old Fashioned Pairing
Old fashioned, which waxes and wanes with popularity. And like a Capricorn, it’s always working hard as a menu staple since the 1880s, Louisville, Kentucky, where legend says it originated.