Hot, Sweet, And Sticky Chicken Wings

Directions

1. To make the Marinade: In a medium bowl whisk together the marinade ingredients.
2. Rinse the chicken wings under cool water and pat dry with paper towels. Place in a large, resealable plastic bag and pour in the marinade. Press the air out of the bag and seal tightly. Turn the bag to distribute the marinade, place in a bowl, and chill for 4 to 6 hrs, turning occasionally.
3. Remove the wings from the bag and throw away the marinade. Lightly brush or possibly spray the wings with extra virgin olive oil. Sear over Direct Medium heat till well marked, 4 to 6 min, turning once halfway through searing time. Continue grilling over Indirect Medium heat till the meat is no longer pink at the bone, 8 to 10 min. Serve hot.
4. This recipe yields 6 to 8 servings.
5. Wine Recommendation: This fun dish incorporates the spirit of backyard grilling - simple finger foods whose flavors are kicked up by searing heat, sweetness, and spice - so it needs an elegant counterpoint. Refresh which spirit and cleanse your palate with the bubbles of a sparkling Cava from Spain.
6. Beer Recommendation: India Pale Ale, with its hoppy bitterness, is just the contrast you need to both cleanse the palate and unify the complex and competing flavors of this dish. Cheers!
7. Comments: The perfect snack to whet which picnic appetite, this one covers all the taste bud zones.