Wines and spirits
How to make homemade wine: recipes
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Wine is a fairly he althy alcoholic drink that is endowed with a large number of functions that are beneficial to the body. You can cook it at home
Camus (cognac): description and reviews
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The Cognac House Camus appeared thanks to the efforts of Jean Baptist Camus in 1863. After 7 years since the founding of the Camus company, the cognac of this company won the hearts of Europeans, after which the Russian market. Gaston Camus, one of the owners of this House, visited Russia regularly, while Emperor Nicholas II called him to hunt
A gift from the province of Bordeaux - Cabernet Sauvignon wine: history, characteristics, prices
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Cabernet Sauvignon is an old wine. It is believed that they began to select it in the era of Ancient Rome and then supply it to the imperial court. The basis of the variety was nondescript rare and small blue-black berries "Cabernet Franc". The vines of this grape with tart fruits grew wild in the south of France. Ancient breeders began their work to improve the qualities of the plant by combining it with Sauvignon Blanc, a large white grape
How to choose Russian cognac: tips and reviews from experts
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Since ancient times, connoisseurs of cognac have been arguing about the traditions of its use and the various shades of the bouquet. It has always been considered and is still considered an elite drink. Cognac was put on the table in the house, where they wanted to emphasize the high status of the owner
Cognac "Otard": description, history, composition and interesting facts
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The name of an unsurpassed masterpiece and true perfection rightfully received cognac "Otard". Modern alcoholic beverages will not be able to resist the real leader, which is preferred by professionals in their field
French cognac Courvoisier: reviews
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Emmanuel Courvoisier during his stay in Paris (early 19th century) met Louis Galois, a prosperous wine merchant. They began to supply cognac to the imperial court
"Courvoisier" - cognac from France for connoisseurs of tradition and quality
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In our article we will talk about the elite drink "Courvoisier". This cognac, its taste and nobility was once appreciated by Napoleon Bonaparte himself
History, types and features of brandy production. Brandy grape "Novokubansky": reviews
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Many lovers of high quality drinks know this amber color and aroma. This is grape brandy. It is believed that most often it is used by men, this is not surprising, because its strength is from 35 to 70 degrees. But sometimes ladies also prefer this drink, albeit in a diluted form, as part of cocktails
Chocolate wine at home: recipe
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At home, you can make alcoholic drinks that will be no worse than purchased ones. In this article, we will talk about how to make chocolate wine at home
Highball cocktail: what is it, cooking recipes
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The highball cocktail got its name from the glassware in which it is served. Highball translated from English simply means "high glass". As a rule, this is a glass with a volume of 270 milliliters, a simple round or square shape
Milk liqueur at home: recipe, cooking features and reviews
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Gourmet spirits are a special highlight of the festive evening. We offer to please your guests with milk liquor
Homemade alcohol tinctures: the best recipes with photos
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Alcohol tinctures with amazing properties are increasingly being prepared at home. They have a healing effect and at the same time can act as an excellent alcoholic drink. Today in the world there are a huge number of recipes for making tinctures from a variety of ingredients
Wine "Monastic meal": reviews
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The article tells about the legend of the origin of the wine "Monastyrskaya repaza", describes its varieties, taste, gastronomic combinations. Consumer reviews of the drink are given
Beer "Barley Ear" - a revived brand
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The article provides information about the history of the emergence and development of the production of beer "Yachmenny Kolos", describes its taste
French liqueur "Chartreuse": description, recipe and reviews
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Chartreuse liqueur is often called the French longevity extract. Its history began during the search for the elixir of he alth by alchemists. The taste of this drink is both sweet, spicy and spicy. It has a powerful herbal aftertaste
Female hormones in beer - fact or fiction? Useful properties, composition and rating of beer
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Foamy drink is popular all over the world. And even the rumor that female hormones in beer greatly exceed the norm does not stop gourmets. Moreover, this drink also has beneficial properties
Sugar mash: how to cook?
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We don't always cook cakes and pastries. Sometimes cooking inspiration takes us in a completely different direction
How to make wine from cherries? Cooking Tips
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Not everyone knows how to make alcohol, especially at home. However, it is self-made wine that is the most valuable
"Havana Club", rum: description, brands, reviews. Havana Club
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"Havana Club" - rum, which has become the national symbol of Cuba. A lot of worthy distillates are produced on Liberty Island. But the brand "Havana Club" is the most popular and sold among the rums of the world. For thirty years now, the largest alcohol producers, the Bacardi and Pernod Ricard concerns, have been fighting for possession of a controlling stake. In terms of sales of rum, Havana Club ranks fifth in the world. How does this brand win the hearts of alcohol consumers?
What is rum? What is rum made of and how?
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What is rum, the legendary drink of pirates of all seas and an essential attribute of high society parties? Does he get bad? Is it possible to make it at home? What are the recipes? This article provides answers to these and other questions about Roma
Rectified alcohol and distillate: the difference
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Alcohol-containing products are quite often used in our modern life. And sometimes it’s simply impossible to do without them (and by no means does it mean alcohol). Usually distillate (the basis for many drinks and medicines) is obtained by fermentation and subsequent distillation of raw materials. But quite often they think that rectification is a re-distillation. And this opinion is wrong
Tequila "Herradura": description, production history and types
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Today we will introduce you to Herradura tequila - a premium drink that will not be ashamed to put on the table or offer as a present
Aromatic and exquisite taste of Advocaat liqueur and its application
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Thick egg liqueur Advocaat is preferred by both women and men as an alcoholic dessert drink, liqueur supplement with ice cream and other sweets. It gives a pleasant feeling and perfectly uplifts the mood with its taste and aroma
Grand Marnier liqueur: description and characteristics of a popular drink
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Grand Marnier liqueur is a worthy representative of elite French alcohol. The drink was created at the end of the 19th century according to a unique recipe from cognac spirit with the addition of orange peel distillate. The original composition allowed the drink to gain great popularity in a short time and become one of the most respected drinks of our time
What is Carolans liqueur? Carolans liqueur: reviews
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In this article, we will take a comprehensive look at Carolans cream liqueur. The full name of the drink is Carolans Irish Cream. Already by this name alone, one can guess that the liquor manufacturers decided to compete with the famous Baileys. Did they succeed? Baileys with Irish cream has long been known to our consumers both in the classic version and with different flavors. But Carolans is a liqueur that has recently appeared on the Russian alcohol market
What is the most expensive alcohol in the world?
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It's hard to imagine, but sometimes the cost of alcohol is above all reasonable limits. Such drinks have many admirers and connoisseurs all over the planet. There are even people willing to shell out a fortune to get themselves a bottle of their favorite drink. And these are not just beautiful words, since the price of certain items can exceed several times the cost of the most luxurious housing
All about brandy Napoleon
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Information article about Napoleon brandy: price, country, features, taste. Differences between cognac and brandy, as well as brief information about the types of brandy
Features of creating cognac. Cognac distillates
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Modern wine industry reveals all the secrets of producing the most noble drink. Many factories use distillates in cognac production technology, but not every buyer knows what it is. How they are useful or dangerous to humans and what they are used for, will become known from this article
Greek brandy "Metaxa": history and reviews
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Is Metaxa Cognac or Brandy? This drink is so unique that the like has not yet been invented in the world. For connoisseurs of fine taste, consider the Greek brandy "Metaxa"
Wine Mateus ("Mateusz"): Mateus Rose, Mateus White Wine. Portuguese wines
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Mateus wine is history. It was there when we wore bell-bottoms and listened to disco. Trousers were replaced by leggings, and then jeans, but the Portuguese wines "Mateus" are still associated with something light, attractive, modern. Let's see how its creators managed to be always in fashion
James Bond's cocktail - the movie hero's favorite drinks
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On blue screens, James Bond is often seen with a glass of champagne or a vodka-martini cocktail. The manner of the agent to drink alcohol is the subject of numerous cultural studies
What do they drink gin with, and where does it come from?
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What is gin, a real Briton knows, although for the first time Gin was produced in Holland. The popular drink of the poor and pirates was originally considered the most effective remedy for indigestion, gallstones and arthritis. They improved the smell and taste of the medicine by adding juniper. This is its original traditional use
Bread wine. What is the difference between vodka and bread wine? Bread wine at home
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For many modern Russians, and even more so for foreigners, the word "polugar" means nothing. That is why some take the name of this revived drink as a marketing ploy, because every six months some new strong alcoholic drinks appear on the shelves
The history of whiskey. "BlackJack" (whiskey): description, price, reviews
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Where did single m alt whiskey first appear? Description and characteristics of whiskey "Blackjack". Whiskey culture. What to eat strong alcohol?
Golden tequila "Olmeca" - a gift from the gods
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Refined, smooth taste and high quality are hallmarks of Olmeca's high quality golden tequila. Today, this alcoholic drink has a worldwide popularity. A variety of flavors and types of Olmeca tequila will appeal to any connoisseur of refined alcoholic beverages
Cognac "Old Barrel" - a drink worthy of gourmets
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"Old Barrel" is a brand of classic cognac, which occupies a leading position in Russia in the alcohol market in terms of sales. This is facilitated by its outstanding features
Japanese "Yamazaki" (whiskey) - elegant and versatile Single M alt
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Japanese whiskey "Yamazaki" has a multifaceted and complex, but light, delicate, subtle and deep taste, with only a hint of peaty and smoky flavor. It was created using Scottish technologies, and harmony and balance are its main advantages
Crown Royal whiskey: description, types
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Crown Royal's real success came when it was acquired by Diageo, the most famous alcohol company. It was this company that was able to present the products in such a way that it got to the top of popularity. Now this drink is most often called "the legendary Canadian whiskey"
The best brands of whiskey. Scotland: whiskey producing regions
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Scotland is divided into five main regions, each of which leaves its own unique imprint on the product created there. These areas, defined by legally defined geographical boundaries, can be seen as terroir regions in France where a wine, say, Burgundy, can be produced exclusively in Burgundy, because the local soil and microclimate are so unique that a recognizable “stigma"
Whiskey: brands and their features. The most popular and famous brands of whiskey
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Whiskey is a unique drink: originally from Scotland and Ireland, over the past two centuries it has spread all over the world, world brands have emerged, and it itself has turned from the "water of life" into an item of luxury and pleasure. Famous brands of whiskey like Jack Daniel's and Johnnie Walker are known in many bars, and the price of the most expensive brand - Yamazaki - reaches 1 million Japanese yen