When it comes to indulging in hairy crabs, the delectable accompaniments of ginger tea and rice wine simply cannot be overlooked. Mastering the art of pairing crabs with drinks can not only accentuate their distinctive flavours but also introduce a unique harmony between ingredients. Beyond the classic pairings of a warm cup of tea, that helps balance the intrinsically cold properties of the hairy crab, and a glass of fine wine, that elevates the umami freshness of crab meat, here are few alternatives for you!

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【Warming Digestive Teas】

Autumn is the ideal time for enjoying hairy crabs. Considering the cold nature of these crabs, it is good practice to pair them with ingredients such as perilla leaves and ginger. Worried about indigestion caused by drinking tea after a crab feast? Alleviate your concerns by opting for teas with lower tannin levels or those infused with ginger, such as plain ginger tea or ginger brown sugar tea. By choosing an appropriate cup of tea, not only can you drive away cold syndromes associated with eating hairy crabs, but also achieve detoxification that reduces the burden on your digestive system. Heywood Tea at Hysan Place offers a wide variety of high-quality tea products, perfect for brewing a cup of tea after a night of crab indulgence.

【Enhancing Crab Aromas with Wine】

Pairing wine with hairy crabs can help dispel cold syndromes and promote blood circulation. Hua Diao Wine, a type of commonly used Chinese rice wine, has a very low tannin content and is typically enjoyed alongside hairy crabs. On the other hand, plainly steamed hairy crabs also match well with red and white wine, where an appropriate amount of acidity highlights the delicate sweetness and saltiness of the crab meat. 

 

Additionally, other wine options, including wheat beer, Japanese sake, whiskey, vodka, Korean rice wine, and Japanese shochu can help offset the oiliness of crab roe. For male hairy crabs that are famous for their sweet and exquisite roe, these wine pairings are matches made in heaven! Head over to Sake Moment in Lee Garden Two to choose your favourite wines to feature in your crab feast!

The Starview and The Graces Restaurant in Lee Theatre Plaza, alongside West Villa Restaurant  in Lee Garden One offer a range of sumptuous crab feasts ready to satisfy your crab cravings, not to mention the packages offered on the hy! online platform. Whatever style of cuisine you choose, traditional Chinese or modern Japanese, make sure to take advantage of the “hy! Golden Crab Feast” offers to elevate your dining experience!