Burger Wine Pairings
The humble burger occupies a peculiar throne in the kingdom of casual dining — beloved by millions, yet rarely afforded the dignity of a proper wine pairing. Sir Benedict finds this oversight both predictable and correctable. The interplay of ground beef, melted cheese, and condiments creates a rich tapestry of fat, salt, and umami that demands a wine with enough backbone to stand its ground.
What most diners overlook is that the construction of a burger — patty thickness, cheese selection, bun density — profoundly influences which wine will succeed alongside it. A thin smash burger with crispy edges calls for an entirely different glass than a towering double with blue cheese and caramelized onions. Sir Benedict has evaluated each permutation with the seriousness it arguably does not deserve.
Browse the complete collection of burger and wine verdicts below. Each pairing considers the specific character of the burger in question, from classic cheeseburgers to regional specialties, and identifies the wine that will either elevate or at least tolerate the experience.
- Cheeseburger
- Double Cheeseburger
- Bacon Cheeseburger
- Smash Burger
- Veggie Burger
- Turkey Burger
- Mushroom Swiss Burger
- BBQ Burger
- JalapeñO Burger
- Breakfast Burger
- Slider
- Mini Burger
- Fast Food Burger
- Drive-Thru Burger
- Frozen Burger Patty
- Double Bacon Burger
- Stuffed Burger
- Oklahoma Onion Burger
- Steakhouse Burger
- Truffle Burger
- Avocado Burger
- Blue Cheese Burger
- Onion Burger
- Green Chile Burger
- Black Bean Burger
- Portobello Mushroom Burger
- Fourth Of July Burgers
- Mini Sliders
- BBQ Pulled Pork Sliders
- Brisket Sliders
- Chicken Sliders
- Cheeseburger Sliders
- Turkey Sliders