Episode 38: Rémy Martin VSOP

Episode 38 features Rémy Martin VSOP Fine Champagne Cognac. Bottled in 750 ml at 40% ABV, or 80 proof and retails for about $45.Enjoy this episode with some Rémy Martin VSOP neat, on the rocks, or in a cocktail!This episode is premiering on New Year's Eve 2020, so a Champagne based spirit is perfect! Rémy Martin VSOP official website: https://www.remymartin.com/Brief Historical Timeline:1724 - A winemaker named Rémy Martin opens a cognac trading house and begins selling cognac under his own name 1841 - Paul-Emile Rémy Martin takes over the family business1870 - The Centaur logo is introduced1910 - André Renaud joins the House of Rémy Martin1924 - André Renaud becomes the first cellarmaster1927 - VSOP is introduced, a world first1972 - The black frosted VSOP bottle design is introduced1990 - Rémy Martin merges with Cointreau to form the Rémy Cointreau GroupKey Cocktails:Enjoy this cognac as you like, but with 80% of cognac consumed in cocktails worldwide, try it in the Rémy Ginger! Rémy Ginger1.5 oz. Rémy Martin VSOPGinger AleIceLime wedge garnishPour the Rémy over ice in a tall glass, top with ginger ale and garnish with the lime wedge. Enjoy!References:Rémy Cointreau Group 2019/20 Annual ReportCognac.frHow Cognac is Made from Difford's GuideWikipedia Article on Rémy MartinYouTube video "The Secrets of Rémy Martin"Contact Information:Official show website is: www.liquorandliqueurconnoisseur.comJoin my mailing list: http://eepurl.com/hfyhHfFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/liquorandliqueurconnoisseurInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/LiquorandLiqueurConnoisseur/Twitter: @LLConnoisseur