Chipotle and poppi are the perfect food and beverage pairing
While Chipotle might be going for the gold this summer, another menu pairing has people feeling even more bubbly. With poppi joining the menu at the restaurants, there are some new food and beverage pairings that have everyone wanting all the extra flavor.
Discovering a favorite food and beverage pairing is just as important as perfecting the ultimate Chipotle order. Even if guac might be extra, choosing a flavorful drink that enhanced the other ingredients on the plate is vital.
Although poppi has a wide range of flavors, the brand offers poppi Strawberry Lemonade and Orange at Chipotle restaurants. For those unfamiliar with the beverage brand, the drinks contain less than 25 calories per can and only five grams of sugar.
From the prebiotics to the real fruit, poppi’s concept aligns with Chipotle’s commitment to the real ingredients. Fresh focused and good for you ingredients will always bring smiles around the table.
What two menu poppi and Chipotle menu pairings hit the perfect flavor balance?
While famous athletes, celebrities, and other well-known faces have publicized their perfect food order, Chipotle and poppi have a couple suggestions for the new collaboration. These two suggestions were created by the culinary team.
poppi Strawberry Lemon with chicken salad
The sweet, tart flavor of the Strawberry Lemon contrast the smoky, spicy notes in the chipotle honey vinaigrette. The salad is light, refreshing and the poppi is vibrant, bright. On a sunny day, it is filling yet never heavy.
poppi Orange with Steak Quesadillas
The classic seasoning on a Steak Quesadilla has an underlying warmth from the adobo spice. Without overshadowing the steak, it is hearty. Consider adding a side of guac, fresh tomato salsa and even some cilantro-lime white rice for a bigger meal. With the poppi orange, the zesty orange flavor helps to balance all the robust flavors in the quesadillas.
Whether these menu pairings serve as inspiration or guests find their own food and beverage pairing, the addition of poppi to the menu is a smart choice for Chipotle. It might not necessarily be the next “value meal,” but it provides guests value by offering new menu items that fit within their balanced lifestyle choices.