🍷 Halloween Candy + Wine Pairings You Didn’t Know You Needed
You’ve already swiped the good stuff from your kids’ Halloween stash (no shame), but what if we told you those mini candy bars could taste even better—with wine? Yep, turns out pairing your favorite sweets with the right sip can take your snack game to a whole new level.
We got the scoop from two wine pros: Jaffer Kovic, sommelier and owner of Dilworth Tasting Room in Charlotte, and Paige Comrie, certified wine expert and founder of Wine with Paige. They’ve matched up your favorite Halloween candies with wines that actually make sense—and taste amazing.
Here’s what to pour with what you’re popping:
🍫 Twix
Crunchy, caramel, chocolatey goodness. You need a wine that can keep up.
Try: Ruby Port (Dow’s or Kopke’s Tawny Port)
🥜 Reese’s
Peanut butter and chocolate perfection. This pairing is basically dessert in a glass.
Try: Pedro Ximenez Sherry from Spain
🍫 Snickers
Nutty, nougat-y, and rich. Go for something that complements all that texture.
Try: Madeira (bual), Oloroso Sherry, or Zinfandel
🍫 KitKat
Light and crispy, so don’t overpower it.
Try: Red Moscato or Pinot Noir
😝 Sour Patch Kids
Sweet, sour, and fruity? You’ll want something that balances the tang.
Try: Off-dry Riesling from Germany
🍬 Candy Corn
Love it or hate it, it’s a Halloween classic.
Try: Jordan Chardonnay from Sonoma
💋 Hershey’s Kisses
Milk chocolate? Go with a ruby port. Dark chocolate? Zinfandel’s your friend.
Try: Ruby Port or Red Zinfandel
🌈 Starburst
Fruity and chewy—this one’s begging for bubbles.
Try: Champagne or Sparkling Wine
🍓 Twizzlers
Classic red licorice needs something light and fruity.
Try: Off-dry Provence Rosé
🤓 Nerds Gummy Clusters
Sweet, sour, chewy, crunchy—this candy is doing the most.
Try: Slightly sweet Riesling
So go ahead, pour a glass and raid the candy bowl. You’ve earned it. 🍷👻
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