Bergamot Saké Pearls

Citrus bergamia, the bergamot orange is a fragrant citrus fruit the size of an orange, with a yellow or green color similar to a lime depending on ripeness. The fruit is believed to be a hybrid of a lemon and bitter orange. The flavor is amazingly fresh and for the pearls, I again combine the bergamot juice with saké which gives a well-balanced drink. I recommend serving the pearls cold even with the warm dishes as it develops the flavor perfectly.

Try them with

• with seafood and fish, raw, cooked or smoked
• with oysters
• with poultry
• with cheeses like Camembert
• with vegetable or mushroom dishes – for example with fresh morels
• in Asian dishes
• in desserts, it accompanies well chocolate cakes or even ice creams

As all pearls, they are a surprise for the palate and a joy to watch and give freedom and creativity to decide on the taste of each bite of the dish – depending on how many of these delicious pearls you take. Get some inspiration from our dishes and share yours. Enjoy!