There are no hard rules for what goes with cheese, but a few ideas make it much easier to choose. This guide starts with how pairing works, then covers wine, beer, cider and whiskey, and the fruit, nuts, honey and bread that go on the plate, with charts for 14 common cheeses.
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How cheese pairing works
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Pairing cheese with wine
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Pairing cheese with beer, cider and spirits
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Fruit, nuts, honey and jam to serve with cheese
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Bread, crackers and charcuterie to serve with cheese
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