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Not long ago, biologists at the University of California, Berkeley, released a study, saying:
Humans' natural affinity for alcohol may have been inherited from primate ancestors.
What does this mean?
That is to say, the love of drinking is not the habit of modern people, we have fallen in love with wine long before human evolution. Drinking is the business of the ancestors.
Of course, drinking too much is not good for the body, but who doesn't love the pleasure of tasting a little and getting drunk.
Knowing that everyone has been bored at home recently, in this easy emo time, why not take out the good wine at home and add a little sense of life ritual.
Today, whether you want to mix your own cocktail or enjoy a good glass of wine quietly, There are a few great wines for you and the best way to drink them.
Homemade fun
Although we can't catch up with the professionalism of the bartenders, there are actually many cocktails that do not have such high technical requirements, as long as the ingredients are enough, they have basically succeeded for a long time.
Majestic has selected the following models for you, which are very suitable for hoarding cocktails at home.
Top-notch face value
ROSE COAST
Let's put a picture to let you feel the beauty of COTE DES ROSES Rosé Wine.
Speaking of appearance, rose hill wine bottle is really beautiful to the heart, it not only uses a distinctive glass bottle cap and gilded rose logo, the most important thing is its bottle bottom -
Specially invited Mélitine Courvoisier, a young designer at boulle School of Design, one of the largest design art schools in Europe, to create a three-dimensional shape of a rose at the bottom.
The whole sense of art is full, even if the wine is drunk, it can be used as a vase.
Of course, if you are a little red book lover, you should have seen this wine brush screen sharing above, right?
I believe that many girls like the faint pink color of the rosé wine body, right?
Speaking of wine itself, Rose Hill wines are easy to drink in terms of taste, so they are very friendly even to girls or people who don't usually like to drink.
Here we would also like to recommend a method of mixing rose mound rosé wines: the cherry blossom cocktail.
Based on rosé glove, add a little vodka, sprite or soda, cherry blossom syrup, ice cubes and stir well.
This cocktail is more free to mix the proportions, you can adjust according to your own preferences, do not like too sweet to put less syrup, want to bubble more Sprite.
Conditional can also put some small flowers as decoration, after all, it is a cocktail, the sense of atmosphere is also very critical.
Adhere to 200 years of inheritance
Knights of orkney Plateau
If you prefer whisky, then I would recommend orney Highland Rider 15 Years Viking Heart.
With over 200 years of history, Knights of the Plateau is one of Scotland's top 10 whisky brands.
And this whisky is arguably one of the brand's classics, aged in two barrels hand-picked by the brand's whisky master Gordon Motion.
Unlike ordinary wineries, Highland Knight's barrels are made of Shirley Oak barrels, which are not only more expensive than Bourbon barrels, but also more difficult to control.
The whisky is the best of the best, with a high proportion of european oak sherry barrels first filled to help create a warm, spicy flavor, while the first filled American oak sherry barrels bring the warm texture of vanilla and cream cheese.
They also adhered to the traditional hand-turned malt process, a costly and time-consuming method that has now been abandoned by many wineries, and Highland Knight is one of the few that is still insisting on it, only to be able to bring a rich layer of whisky.
In addition, the peat used by the Highland Knights is selected from the banks of the Hobbister Moor River, where the surface peat is 1800 years old and is mainly generated by heather flowers and their underground roots, so it can bring a rich nectar fragrance and smoke.
Thanks to both, we can feel the unique mild heather peat flavor and light fruity aroma when we drink the whisky itself.
Similarly, it's great to use as a cocktail, and Old Fashion is one of my more recommended ways to taste it.
But compared to the traditional Old Fashion, I'll tweak it a bit with Highland Rider's 15-year Viking Heart.
I also learned it from Jeppe Nothlev, who won the 2017 Bartenders' Choice Award for Best Bartender.
Because this wine is peat flavored, it will choose to be made with sea salt and honey, as follows:
Add ice cubes, a pinch of sea salt, 20ml honey water (honey to water ratio 7:3), 50ml highland knight 15 years viking heart, mix well.
If you want to do it more extremely, you can choose heather honey.
Derived from perennial heather shrubs that grow in specific habitats in Scotland and other regions, this honey has a spicy and smoky flavor, which is a perfect match for the Highland Knights 15-year Viking Heart with its own heather peat flavor.
In addition, we can add a slice of dried lemon to the cocktail to decorate it and add more aroma on the other.
Establisher of industry standards
Hennessy
Originating in 1765, Hennessy opened up the global market in the 18th century with quality, becoming the first of the four cognac brands recognized at the time.
To this day, Hennessy still accounts for more than 40% of the world's cognac sales every year.
The "H" in luxury giant LVMH refers to Hennessy Hennessy.
What I love about Hennessy is that they always come up with unique products based on the different taste needs of consumers.
Hennessy Parrantine
They place special emphasis on the precision of aging, hoping to make the cognac taste more layered and rich through different blends.
Hennessy James
Therefore, Hennessy's products will have a richer taste, stronger strength and more personality in it.
Hennessy was also the first to propose the VS, VSOP and XO rating criteria, which later became the benchmark in the industry.
What Majestic himself would choose to hoard at home is Hennessy V.S.O.P Cognac.
It is made of high-quality white jade grapes from the five major grape producing areas of Cognac in France, and is made of more than 60 kinds of "water of life", which is very mellow in taste.
The liquor is clear and bright amber, smells of oak and cinnamon, and is accompanied by a slight hint of spice and preserved fruit in the distance. The entrance is equally harmonious, subtle and mellow.
There are many ways to drink Hennessy V.S.O.P cognac, and you can drink it purely and feel the mellow feeling of the mixture of spice and sweetness.
And its 40% alcohol concentration can also serve as a role for the base wine, with more distinctive tastes.
Here, Majestic also recommends a cocktail that is particularly well operated and suitable for this weather:
30ml Hennessy V.S.O.P. 20ml elderflower liqueur, 10ml freshly squeezed lemon juice mixed and poured into a glass filled with ice cubes.
Add 20ml of soda and 20ml of plain sparkling wine or Moët Champagne and stir well.
Finally, add a slice of lemon and a summer cocktail of vitality is ready.
This cocktail is bright and fresh, and with floral and fruity aromas, very likable, after learning you can not only use it to please yourself, but also very suitable for future guests at home to show their hands to friends.
For the British Imperial Family
Johnnie Walker
Founded in 1820, the technology and dedication of successive master-masters has always had the same qualities and characteristics.
Not only is it frequently awarded in international competitions, but it is also the royal wine of the British royal family.
Unlike other brands, Johns Bonnie & Co. does not use the name of the year, but is accustomed to using the color: red, black, green, gold and blue to distinguish different products.
As a blended whisky, Johnsgate's different products have very different flavor experiences, including mellow red cards, fruity double black cards, unique green cards, endless blue cards and so on.
There are even various limited editions, such as the Chinese New Year Edition, blade runner 2049 edition, the Game of Thrones Limited Edition, etc., and the Met has been newly blended by Johnnie Mouse's blending experts to create the most theme and expectations of whisky.
Would you like to wonder what the whisky inspired by the ghosts in the game of thrones tastes like?
Today' majesty to recommend to you is the Johnny Getga black card, this wine can be said to be one of the "pin crowns" in the Joonnie Wonga family.
Blended with over 40 original whiskies aged at least 12 years, the texture is smooth and layered, and the signature smoky flavour is loved by whisky lovers.
Charles Maclean, the "godfather of whisky", praised it even more, and was evaluated as "the statue of Michelangelo David in the art world of the blender, which no one can stand out." "It's enough to see Johnny get a black card.
Johnnie's plus black card my most recommended way of tasting is highball, the operation is very simple, but there is also room for free play.
For example, you can use 50ml black card, 150ml peach flavored fruit tea, soda, ice cubes to mix, peach and black card fruit aroma is very matched, very suitable for drinking in this season.
Alternatively, you can swap peach-flavored fruit tea for something else, such as 35ml black card plus 150ml raspberry juice, raspberry fruit flavor with smoky flavor, making the highball more aftertaste.
You can even adjust to apple juice, pomegranate juice, etc. according to your own preferences, and mix your own unique Johnnie Ginja highball.
A must-have soul wine for bars
Jundu orange wine
If you know anything about cocktails, you won't be unfamiliar with Jundu Orange Wine.
Since the launch of the first bottle of Jundu Orange Wine in 1875, it has received numerous acclaim, and it is said that there is no shortage of professionals and there is no shortage of followers.
The most special thing about Jundu Orange wine is that it is 100% refined from orange peel, has a fresh orange aroma, and the sweetness is moderate, while still maintaining a strong taste of 40% alcohol, so it is very suitable as a base wine.
Today, Jundu Orange Wine has more than 350 cocktail recipes, whether paired with simple soda or juice, to create a great taste, making it one of the must-haves in a bar.
Here are also a few super simple Jundu bartending methods:
30ml of Jundu orange wine, 20ml of lime juice, 30ml of orange juice, half a protein, put in a glass and shake well, finished.
This cup of Jundu sour wine will be relatively soft in taste, and the alcohol and sour taste add a rich flavor, making you feel like walking in the orange forest of Angers in France in summer, very summer, fresh feeling.
There's something better to do —
Jundufis.
Just prepare 50ml of Jundu orange wine, 20ml of lime juice, an appropriate amount of soda and ice cubes and mix them.
You can also peel an orange peel or cucumber to embellish it, which will be more ritualistic.
In comparison, Jundufise will be more cold and refreshing, very suitable for drinking in this season, the sun is shining outside, you are blowing air conditioning at home and drinking Jundufis, how comfortable it is.
Riwei representative
Three gains
Japanese whisky is different from others, and one of the greatest sensory experiences for me is calm and tranquility.
And this feeling is unified from the inside out, whether it is the product packaging or the taste of the whisky, it makes you feel like you are in the calm of nature.
No matter how different the flavor, this temperament is always the same.
Like Chita, as described by Suntory's fourth-generation chief bartender Fuku and Shinji, there is a kind of "indifferent confidence and tenderness."
As the first single grain whisky in the Suntory Japanese whisky family, it can be described as a slow work.
Founded in 1972 on the coast of the Chita Peninsula, the Chita Distillation Institute has undergone decades of craftsmanship before it was introduced.
Its excellence has also been recognized from around the world, and within a year of its launch, it won the gold medal in the ISC International Spirits Competition.
You are like watching a Japanese movie, the scene is fresh and natural, the story is warm and soft, from the beginning to the end, immersed in a kind of appropriate beauty.
The warm sweetness of honey, combined with the coolness of mint, the slight bitterness that occasionally wafts out and the spice of oak barrels, contribute to a sense of balance, complex and delicate.
Such a whisky, the recommended way to drink is pure drink or highball.
If you choose the latter, then you can follow Ken Sato to learn how to mix, the method is also very simple.
First, put plenty of ice in the cup, then add an appropriate amount of Chita whiskey and mix to cool.
The most critical step is to add the proportion of soda, preferably 1.3-1.4 times the whisky, stir well, and a cup of flavour stick is completed.
If you want to accompany a meal, you can choose tofu, tamagotchi roast egg rolls, boiled food and other relatively light Japanese foods, which will be more flavorful.
A perfect 10 out of 10 enjoyment
In addition to mixing cocktails, there should also be many friends at home to stock up on some good bars suitable for pure drinks?
There are also some ways to taste such wine.
The world-renowned Champagne King
Don Pérignon
First of all, let's talk about champagne, one of the most favorites of the majestic is Dom Pérignon champagne.
When it comes to Dom Pérignon, everyone should be familiar with it, right?
In terms of popularity among the top champagnes, Dom Pérignon, known as the "King of Champagne", is definitely one of the best, and its brand history dates back to the 17th century.
I think even people who don't know champagne have seen it before.
It appears frequently in movies, such as the early 007 series:
You remember that in the first 007 movie "Dr.No", Bond grabbed a bottle of Dom Pérignon as a weapon when he confronted the villain, and the villain Dr.No spoke:
"This is the 1955 year of Don Pérignon, and it's a shame to smash it."
Then James Bond responded by saying, "I prefer the 1953 vintage." ”
Until now, there have been many cross-border cooperation out of the circle.
For example, pop artist Jeff Koons created the "Balloon Venus" limited edition 2004 vintage:
Launch a limited edition with Lady Gaga:
JointLY HOSTED A CHARITY DINNER WITH BORN WAY FOUNDATION:
He also collaborated with the founder of Toiletpaper magazine to publish a series of wonderful creative photographs in the 16th issue of Toiletpaper magazine.
This "jianghu status" does not need to be described more, right?
Since it is the "Champagne King", it naturally has its own strong and irreplaceable qualities.
You know, Dom Pérignon winemaking is all made from the winery's top grapes, and the most important thing is the vintage, if the champagne quality of the year is not good enough, it will not be available.
For example, after the first Dom Pérignon 1921 vintage caused a sensation, the second model waited directly until the 1928 vintage.
The quality requirements are almost strict, but as a result, all wines have the style and characteristics of the corresponding vintage.
The same was true of their recent launch of Dom Pérignon Champagne 2012.
Climate change was particularly dramatic in 2012, with vines experiencing hail and cold snaps as they flower, as well as extremely strong heat waves in summer.
Fortunately, in the end, the climate returned to warm and dry, and the grapes matured smoothly.
Thanks to such a changeable climate, the grapes are given a rather rich taste, and the resulting Champagne is full of long-lasting and full-bodied aromas.
How to taste Dom Pérignon 2012 is the best way to do it?
Richard Geoffroy, lead winemaker who spent nearly 30 years at Dom Pérignon, specifically shared the story.
There are 2 things that are most important. First of all, we need to prepare a relatively large crystal goblet.
Not flutes, tulips, or other types of champagne glasses to give Dom Pérignon plenty of room to expand, like this in his hand:
Secondly, Dom Pérignon can not be too ice, it is best to control between 10-12 degrees, this time the aroma can be fully emitted.
You can also choose to put the bottle in an ice bucket, add an equal amount of water and ice, add a handful of salt to it, and let it cool for 10 to 15 minutes.
Before drinking, you can wait for the bubbles to rise a little, and wait for the aroma of champagne to slowly emanate before drinking.
The whole process is actually not complicated to operate, and as Richard Geoffroy says: "There is no right way to drink champagne, it's all about emotions, memories and living in the moment." If there's one way to do it, it's: relax. ”
So, get your glass ready, ice the champagne, and all that's left to do is find the most relaxed state, enjoy it!
The water of life during the 50-year aging period
Louis XIII
Needless to say, Louis XIII fans who are familiar with the majestic know how much I love it!
I don't miss punching in all kinds of tastings and new stores.
Louis XIII's cognac has always been a benchmark in my heart, requiring a lot of precipitation and craftsmanship to brew.
Regardless of the ritual during the tasting, Louis XIII itself has become a symbol of ritual.
On the "Orient Express" that crossed Europe in 1929, in the first class cabin of the first voyage of Normandy, Louis XIII can be said to have witnessed many important historical occasions.
Speaking of Louis XIII, we also have to mention a key word: time.
Louis XIII is aged for up to 50 years, and it is made only from the fine grapes of the Grande Champagne region in the heart of The Cognac region of France.
This means that every master winemaker may have a hard time tasting Louis XIII in his own life.
The blending of Louis XIII requires more than 1,200 kinds of "water of life", and is personally selected and blended by Louis XIII's generations of winemakers.
So I think Louis XIII is a symbol of a sense of ceremony, not only because of the fine craftsmanship on the packaging, the rich fragrance of cognac.
Moreover, because it has fused too much time and effort, this deep meditation has achieved the thickness of Louis XIII.
How to drink such a good cognac?
If you happen to have a bottle of Louis XIII in your home, listen to the advice of Louis XIII's owner Vincent Gere.
1. Prepare a Louis XIII exclusive tasting cup designed by French designer Christopher Pierre and pour in the cognac.
2. Observe, look down from the top of the cup, and admire the gorgeous pattern of the cup like a church.
3. Smell. The aroma of Louis XIII is as rich and varied as perfume, you don't need to get too close, you can smell a floral fragrance, as you get closer, you can smell the aroma of honey and jam, and when you get closer to the mouth of the cup, you can feel the more intense and thick oak barrel smell.
4. Taste slowly, only one drop at a time. Feel the immense energy of a drop of Louis XIII that envelops our mouths and even the back of our noses and delivers scent messages to our brains.
In addition to tasting alone, Louis XIII is also particularly suitable for food pairing, and the food can collide with different sensory experiences.
Like caviar, it maximally reflects the complete personality of Louis XIII: pure and original.
In addition, caviar can also play a role in prolonging the stay of Louis XIII aroma in the mouth, not only maintaining the original taste, but also enhancing each other's taste.
Slightly salted, in-mouth thin slices of Iberian ham are also good choices. The combination of the two will make the wine body have a fuller texture, the lips and teeth remain fragrant, and the aftertaste is long.
Drinking alcohol can be seen as a pleasure, and I think it's not just the feeling of alcohol, but also the mindset when preparing a glass of wine, the anticipation of sitting down for a drink, and the aftertaste of the wine in your mouth.
This process is what we love and pursue, in this special time, take care of your body, mind and taste buds, and toast you!
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