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Beverages for socialising are usually uncomplicated, with easily approachable flavours that don’t necessarily need to be accompanied by food. They also include beverages that suit a party atmosphere.

When pairing hot and spicy food with alcoholic beverages, beer is usually the best bet. A fresh, pale and relatively light beer works particularly well. If you opt for wine, you should also choose a light and crisp option to offset the spicy food, or maybe even something a little on the sweet side.

Pork is milder than, for example, beef. So your beverage choices should also be on the lighter side.

Beer, water and home-brew are the traditional beverages for buffets in Finland, but these days, you will also often find red and white wine being served. As a variety of different dishes are on offer, the wines and beers should go well with as many flavours as possible.