ITS NATIONAL COGNAC DAY!

 June 4th is National Cognac Day, and although there are other celebrations going on at the moment, I for one am going to pause to toast this lovely spirit made in France.

Cognac is not only the jewel of French gastronomy, but 98% of it is exported to over 150 countries

70% of Cognac is consumed in cocktails worldwide, a figure that illustrates the great popularity of mixology, both in England and abroad. The very first Cognac-based cocktails were created in the early 19th century, such as the "Mint Julep", created around 1800 in the United States.

My favourite is a Sidecar, made with  cognac, triple sec and lemon juice. Elegand and fit for a queen

The Cognac success story that began nearly four centuries ago continues to be passed down from generation to generation. From the vine to the glass, the men and women who are passionate about Cognac are committed to promoting this unique heritage and this spirit "made in Charentes".

Cognac is also a superb region to explore. The largest white vineyard in France, it offers a wide variety of distilleries and landscapes to discover. The Cognac houses and winegrowers open their doors to visitors to share their history, under the same banner: Explore Cognac.

 

www.cognac.fr