Gift brandy - a taste with taste

Cognac is not in vain compared with the strong sex of mankind, and such an analogy really has a right to life. Just like a man becomes wiser over the years, a golden noble drink is insisted in oak barrels and turns out to be more mature and fragrant, reveals all his colors. No wonder that a gift cognac is one of the most popular presents, especially for people of the older generation. The advantage and universality of such a choice is also that it is possible to present a bottle of quality alcohol to a close person, for example, on a birthday, or unfamiliar, to express appreciation and respect.

A bit of history

A noble drink cognac got its name from the town of the same name in the province of Charente, which is in France. As a rule, they produce a drink from white grape varieties, and the best of them is considered to be a trebbino - resistant to disease high-yielding species. Most often, cognac ripens in oak barrels, and, depending on the aging, the appropriate classification is assigned to it.

There is also a subregional division of a noble drink - in the terrain and type of soil on which grapes are grown. Finished beverages can be divided into tart and soft. A traditional glass for the use of cognac is considered to be a sniffer - a cup, the leg of which lies between the middle and forefinger of the hand in such a way that the glass feels warmed by the palm.

Features of choice

Cognac in a gift box is an excellent present, however, when choosing a drink, you still need to push off the content, rather than from the external design. To date, you can buy alcohol in the original glass container or in a beautiful package of wood. We recommend first of all to pay attention to the quality of the drink itself. For example, an Armenian gift brandy, like any real high quality alcohol, will inevitably leave an oily trail on the glass when turning the tare. In addition, the contents of the bottle should be a saturated smooth color, but at the same time to have the necessary transparency. In the container on the bottom there should be no sediment, and on the label - information on the location of production capacities and the endurance of the drink is indicated.

It's all about the stars

If you are not a specialist in alcohol, it's best to go pick a gift brandy to a specialized store. First, in this case, the least likely to acquire falsification. Secondly, in a specialized place you will be told everything about drinks, their differences and their origin. In the usual store you will certainly come across a silent showcase and make a choice, most likely, will have at random. By the way, gift cognac is not necessarily the better, the more expensive. As a rule, the most expensive wines and cognacs are beverages with a high shelf life, but the taste may sometimes be specific, so without knowing the exact tastes of a person, it is best to give preference to universal options.

Status gift

Separately a few words about the alcohol of the "premium" class. This is not a gift for every day. It is presented to people with special status, to emphasize its importance and to give the highest respect. For example, to such it is possible to carry a gift brandy Hennessy. The birthplace of the drink is France, and it has been manufactured for more than 200 years. This is a real king of cognacs and a great gift for a special occasion. Today Hennessy is the undisputed leader of the cognac market, offering its customers a premium quality product.

Gift set

If cognac acts as a presentation to a loved or loved one on the occasion of a birthday party or, for example, the New Year, you can make a gift in a set. This greeting and look will be beautiful, and bring pleasure. Do not forget only that the "main character" of the composition should be exactly cognac. Gift set should act as a pleasant addition, not more. From the accessories that can complement the present, we'll select cigars, lighters, original containers for storing alcohol with registered engraving, perhaps candy or marzipan. Most likely, the head of good cheese will become an original and unusual accompaniment for a bottle of cognac.

Alternative

If a bottle of even the best cognac seems to you a banal gift, you can beat this gift in a different way. For example, invite a person to the tasting room, where he can independently determine which of the drinks he likes most. By the way, in addition to cognac at such events, you can try a few varieties of wine - another drink from grapes. As a snack, guests are usually offered several types of cheese and toasted white bread. The beauty of this gift is that tastings are usually held with private wine collections, so everyone can buy a bottle of cognac or wine they liked. It should be noted that such pastime is still preferable for a couple who are in a relationship or for very close friends.

Price of issue

Once again, the price of cognac should not be a fundamental factor in choosing a drink. Undoubtedly, really high-quality alcohol can not be cheap, but it's wrong to build off only from the price. When buying cognac in a specialized institution, a high price is more a pledge of quality in general, but it is no guarantee that the taste of a drink with absolute probability will be a man's liking. First of all, the gift brandy must match the tastes of the gifted, and this should be repelled. In any case, the person who uncorked the bottle first of all will appreciate the taste and aroma of the drink, rather than its high cost.