Sweet Heat

Ethnic Palate: American
Pairing: Pale Ale, Riesling
Historic Description: Originating in Buffalo, New York, in the 1960s, Buffalo sauce became a staple of American wings. It was first created at the Anchor Bar when the owner fried leftover chicken wings and tossed them in a mixture of butter and hot sauce. Buffalo Mild is a toned-down version of the classic hot sauce, mostly found in American sports bars and wing joints.
If you like this, you may also like: Honey BBQ, Buffalo Ranch.

Ethnic Palate: Italian, American
Pairing: Pilsner, Sauvignon Blanc
Historic Description: This sauce combines Italian culinary staples—garlic and Parmesan cheese. It originated in American-Italian kitchens and became popular in chain restaurants that serve wings. It’s most commonly found in Italian-American eateries and wing places in the U.S.
If you like this, you may also like: Garlic Butter, Truffle Parmesan

Ethnic Palate: Canadian, American
Pairing: Brown Ale, Whiskey
Historic Description: Maple syrup, a Canadian staple, combined with bacon reflects a blend of sweet and savory flavors. This sauce became popular in both Canadian and American diners, particularly in brunch spots
If you like this, you may also like: Maple Dijon, Honey BBQ  

Ethnic Palate: Southeast Asian, Thai
Pairing: Belgian Ale, Riesling
Historic Description: Sweet chili sauce originates from Thailand, where it's often used as a dipping sauce for spring rolls and fried dishes. In recent decades, it has gained global popularity, particularly in the U.S. as a wing sauce
If you like this, you may also like: Thai Chili, Mango Habanero