Wines and spirits

Cognac "Black Sea": product history, reviews

Cognac "Black Sea": product history, reviews

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Surely many lovers of alcoholic strong drinks have heard about the Odessa Cognac Factory - the oldest enterprise for the production of alcohol. It has been operating since 1963. Already a year after the founding of the plant, Chernomorsky cognac began to arrive on store shelves. Judging by the numerous reviews, it is very popular with the consumer. Information about the history of the creation of cognac "Chernomorsky" and its tasting characteristics is contained in the article

Crimean peninsula, wineries: the best and famous

Crimean peninsula, wineries: the best and famous

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Crimea and wine are inextricably linked concepts. It is even surprising how so many wineries fit in such a relatively small area of the peninsula, which do not repeat each other in brands and varieties of products

Chocolate liqueur with what to drink? How to make chocolate liqueur at home?

Chocolate liqueur with what to drink? How to make chocolate liqueur at home?

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Chocolate liqueur is a truly exquisite drink. It has a viscous texture, pleasant aroma and amazing taste. If you want to know more about this drink, then read the article below

Egg liqueur. How to make egg liqueur

Egg liqueur. How to make egg liqueur

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Today we will talk about what egg liqueur is. We will also tell you how to prepare this wonderful drink

Wine diluted with water - how to do it right

Wine diluted with water - how to do it right

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In ancient Greece and Rome, people who drank undiluted wine were considered barbarians. Later, after the meeting of the Spartans with the Scythians, this opinion came to naught, they stopped diluting the wine with water. The use of Greek wine in its pure form began to be called "drinking the Scythian way." In conversations, this "term" was used. Now wine is diluted with water in many wine-producing countries of the world, but not as often as before

The best German wines: classification, features and types

The best German wines: classification, features and types

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Germany has received a dual reputation in the global wine market. Some consumers associate German wine with fine white wine. And others consider German winemakers to be producers of semi-sweet cheap drinks

Moselle wines: description, grape varieties, history

Moselle wines: description, grape varieties, history

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Moselle wines have an unusual color. They are completely transparent and very light. They are also distinguished by a pleasant astringency in taste. Wine from the Mosel perfectly complements first courses or fish dishes. Most often, their strength does not exceed nine degrees, so they are an excellent tonic

Bordeaux region, wines: classification and description. The best brands of "Bordeaux"

Bordeaux region, wines: classification and description. The best brands of "Bordeaux"

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The Romans imposed the culture of winemaking on the French back in the 6th century. BC e. They forced the Gauls to plant vines with fire and sword. After 500 years, the Romans destroyed all the vineyards of Gaul, as they became a threat to all imperial trade. Only the love of the inhabitants for this noble drink was already impossible to eradicate, they started all over again

Delicious and he althy red wines

Delicious and he althy red wines

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Do you like delicious red wine? Then I propose to learn how to cook it and how to use it correctly

Alcoholic energy drink - harm or benefit?

Alcoholic energy drink - harm or benefit?

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In many cities, advertisements for energy drinks (alcoholic) flaunt. And this is done despite the fact that many children are addicted to such drinks. There is nothing surprising here, since TV screens tell us that such an energy drink inspires those who use it. If you look at the substances that are part of the drinks, you will not see anything bad. But it's not. Here we are now investigating whether an alcoholic energy drink is good for a person or harms

Marsala wine: characteristics of the drink, reviews

Marsala wine: characteristics of the drink, reviews

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Italian wines are famous all over the world. Literally every region of the Apennine Peninsula boasts its own regional drink

Cognac "Hennessy VSOP": photo, description

Cognac "Hennessy VSOP": photo, description

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In this article we will comprehensively study the products of the Hennessy cognac house. What properties do elite drinks of this brand have? How to distinguish them from a fake?

How to choose cognac? What is in cognac?

How to choose cognac? What is in cognac?

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Cognac is valued for its delicate floral-fruity aroma and pleasant aftertaste. However, not all lovers of this alcoholic drink know where, how and from what it is produced

Grape alcohol: production technology, recipes and practical application

Grape alcohol: production technology, recipes and practical application

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The production of grape alcohol is established in almost all countries of the world that do not have a ban on alcohol. It is made from dry wine, the strength of which is about 8-10 degrees. The raw material is double distilled

Hennessy (cognac) - history, classification and taste properties

Hennessy (cognac) - history, classification and taste properties

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Hennessy is the most famous and best-selling cognac in the world. It is sold in more than 100 countries, and its annual production turnover reaches about 50 million bottles. Hennessy is a top-class cognac, a standard of quality, impeccable taste and respectability, which has passed the stellar path of 250 years

Recipe "Mojito" at home

Recipe "Mojito" at home

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Many people think that the Mojito recipe is only available to bartenders and Cubans. If you follow simple recipes, a delicious cocktail will become available to everyone. It is fresh, tasty and sweet drink with spicy notes. Belongs to the category "long drink"

Grape wine recipes

Grape wine recipes

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Grape wine is a product for all ages. The production of the drink in previous centuries was backed by a guarantee of quality, aging and taste. Now grape wine has become another trap of market manipulation. After all, instead of preparing a natural product, manufacturers often cheat and use dyes and preservatives that people literally “burst with spoons” from store products

Homemade orange liqueur: recipe with photo

Homemade orange liqueur: recipe with photo

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How to make orange liqueur at home. The most popular orange liqueurs in the world. Composition and preparation of homemade "Cointreau". Councils and recommendations. How to cook "Arancello" and "Grand Mare"

Do you know what types of rum exist?

Do you know what types of rum exist?

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Rum is now one of the five most popular spirits, including vodka, whiskey, brandy, gin and, of course, rum. For most people, this drink is associated not with noble lords savoring alcohol, but, first of all, with robbers and pirates. This is not surprising, because initially different types of rum were popular among sailors, including pirates. The strength and cheapness of the drink contributed to the spread of rum on land

The strongest drink: history, rules of use, types of strong drinks

The strongest drink: history, rules of use, types of strong drinks

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The history of the origin of the intoxicating drink goes far into the past, but it is still not known for certain who and when made it for the first time. The most ancient alcoholic "nectar", according to historical data, is wine. The first strongest drink containing a high percentage of alcohol appeared in the 11th century - it was ethanol, developed by a Persian doctor, the progenitor of vodka and alcoholic beverages

Cabernet Sauvignon - gourmet wine

Cabernet Sauvignon - gourmet wine

Last modified: 2025-06-01 07:06

Cabernet Sauvignon is one of the most famous wines in the world. It got its name from the corresponding grape variety. Actually, thanks to him, it has become so widespread throughout the world. Red Cabernet Sauvignon steadily occupies a leading position in sales and consumption

Beer purity law as part of German brewing culture

Beer purity law as part of German brewing culture

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German brewing has existed for more than 500 years in accordance with the beer purity law. Using the ingredients prescribed in this law, German brewers have created a variety that is unparalleled in the world. Today there are more than 5,000 different types of beer in Germany

Live gold - Stary Melnik beer

Live gold - Stary Melnik beer

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Beer is probably one of the favorite drinks of many Russians. How nice it is to try a golden, foamy drink on a hot and sultry day, enjoying the velvety of every sip. Drink a glass before bed, sharing the taste of hops with s alted fish or spicy chips. Or just sit with friends, slowly drinking an amber drink. There are a lot of brands, as well as beer producers, but only a few manage to establish themselves under the “premium” sign

Review of Finnish ice vodka. Product description and reviews

Review of Finnish ice vodka. Product description and reviews

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Vodka has always been in demand among the population. On the shelves of stores you can find a lot of products from different brands. One of the best can be called vodka "Finnish Ice". This product can be found on the shelves of both Finnish and Russian stores, because it is a favorite drink in these countries

Portuguese port wine: description, composition and reviews

Portuguese port wine: description, composition and reviews

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Portuguese port wine is a unique high quality fortified wine with a rich history, many varieties and unique taste characteristics. Currently, port wine from Portugal has many admirers around the world. All the features and origin of this wine drink will be considered in detail in the article

Bloody Mary cocktail: recipe, cooking features and reviews

Bloody Mary cocktail: recipe, cooking features and reviews

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The Bloody Mary recipe, which uses vodka and tomato juice as its main ingredients, has a hazy history. And several people claim the authorship of the creation of this cocktail at once. From the first half of the 20th century to the present, the Bloody Mary cocktail recipe has been massively popular all over the world

Whiskey "Glenfarklas": description and types of brand, taste, reviews

Whiskey "Glenfarklas": description and types of brand, taste, reviews

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Whiskey "Glenfarklas" is a successful product of the family business. It has been made according to the traditional recipe for almost two hundred years. This drink is a single m alt whiskey of excellent quality, which is confirmed by numerous awards. Due to its strong aging and unique taste characteristics, it has fans all over the world. We will talk in detail about the types and taste of whiskey in this article

Rum "Varadero Silver Dry": reviews

Rum "Varadero Silver Dry": reviews

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Widely known all over the world brand of rum "Varadero" appeared on the Russian market relatively recently. This brand is rapidly gaining popularity among connoisseurs of strong alcoholic beverages due to the use of high-quality raw materials and unusual taste characteristics of the final product. We will tell you in detail about the history of the emergence of rum, its classification and much more in this article

Wine "Smile": history, features and reviews

Wine "Smile": history, features and reviews

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Wine "Smile" is rightfully considered a symbol of the Black Sea coast. Due to the light and pleasant taste, as well as the delicious aroma, this drink is appreciated by consumers. But few people know that the girl who smiles charmingly at us from the label is a real person. Read about this and much more in the article

Beer "Atomic Laundry": description and reviews

Beer "Atomic Laundry": description and reviews

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Atomnaya Laundry beer is a kind of hallmark of the successful Russian company Jaws Brewery, which currently occupies a leading position in the Russian craft beer market. We will tell you more about the history of the company, the types and characteristics of the drink in the article below

Liquor "Disaronno": description, composition, manufacturer and reviews

Liquor "Disaronno": description, composition, manufacturer and reviews

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Disaronno liqueur is one of the most popular Italian drinks. Its distinctive characteristic is that it has an unsurpassed taste of almonds. Liquor very quickly became famous all over the world precisely because of its tart and bitter taste. This distinguishes it from other alcoholic beverages

Cognac "Nakhimov": description and taste of the drink

Cognac "Nakhimov": description and taste of the drink

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Cognac "Nakhimov" is considered to be a French drink, which has a fairly simple Russian name. It was created in honor of the 200th anniversary of the naval commander Admiral Pavel Stepanovich Nakhimov. The drink is produced by a company that is known all over the world, and not only in France

Alcoholic Sbiten: recipe

Alcoholic Sbiten: recipe

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Alcoholic Sbiten is considered to be a Slavic drink. It is not only alcoholic, but also non-alcoholic. Not everyone knows about its existence. Sbiten is able to warm in cold weather and quench thirst on a hot day. It is very useful, it can also be replaced with the usual drinks. In this article, we will consider recipes for making sbitnya alcoholic at home

Preservative E220 in wine. The effect on the body of sulfur dioxide

Preservative E220 in wine. The effect on the body of sulfur dioxide

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The preservative E220 in wine is considered to be a food additive. It is added to foods to kill bacteria. It has another, more complete name - sulfur dioxide. This preservative can be found in almost all wines, no matter the price range. It is commonly believed that this supplement causes headaches and other not-so-pleasant he alth problems. In the article, we will consider how harmful E220 is and how it affects the body as a whole

How to separate "heads" and "tails" in moonshine during distillation?

How to separate "heads" and "tails" in moonshine during distillation?

Last modified: 2025-01-23 12:01

Due to rising prices for alcohol and a drop in its quality, as well as an increase in cases of poisoning with store products, people have become more interested in home brewing and its features. This article will discuss how to separate the "heads" and "tails" in moonshine

What to drink with sushi and rolls? Gourmet Reminder

What to drink with sushi and rolls? Gourmet Reminder

Last modified: 2025-06-01 07:06

Sushi is a dish popular not only among the Japanese. People in the CIS countries, and throughout the world, are happy to eat this traditional dish from the Land of the Rising Sun. But here's an interesting question: what to drink with sushi and rolls? Let's look into this interesting tasty topic in order to be erudite, and, of course, enjoy this yummy in all the rules

Cocktails with "Cointreau": recipes, options, ingredients

Cocktails with "Cointreau": recipes, options, ingredients

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Delicious and beautiful alcoholic drinks will come in handy at a fun party hosted in honor of a solemn event. They will make your holiday brighter and more fun, will make an indelible impression on the guests. We bring to your attention simple recipes for cocktails with Cointreau. It's easy to prepare them. You can do it at home

Braga doesn't ferment well: what to do? The optimum temperature for the fermentation of mash. Home brew recipe for moonshine

Braga doesn't ferment well: what to do? The optimum temperature for the fermentation of mash. Home brew recipe for moonshine

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What to do if the mash does not ferment? Why is this happening, the main reasons. Recipe for wheat mash with and without yeast. How to make mash from germinated grain? How long should mash ferment and at what temperature?

Scotch whiskey "White &McKay": description, history and reviews

Scotch whiskey "White &McKay": description, history and reviews

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What is White & Mackay Scotch Whiskey? The history of the origin of the famous drink. Features of taste and aroma. How to drink it correctly, making a cocktail with cola. Price and popular types. User Reviews

How to paint moonshine: rules and tips

How to paint moonshine: rules and tips

Last modified: 2025-01-23 12:01

How to paint over moonshine so that there is no unpleasant smell. The most popular recipes using walnuts and pine nuts, berries, nettles, St. John's wort, orange peels, tea, coffee, prunes and so on. How to improve the color of moonshine