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Charles's Nightcap
Why was Gin and Tonic invented?
MOREThe Gin and Tonic was invented by the British in the 19th century as a way to make tonic water more palatable. Tonic water was originally used to prevent malaria but it was so bitter that it was difficult to drink. The addition of gin and lime made it much more palatable and turned it into a popular cocktail.
Tonic water was originally created by the British Army or Navy, as a medicinal drink to help fight malaria. The active ingredient in tonic water is quinine which has been shown to be effective in treating the disease. Today tonic water is still consumed for its medicinal benefits although it is also commonly mixed with gin or vodka to create a refreshing cocktail.
Charles's Nightcap
Very Strong ABV ( above 30% ), Potent and intense.
*Note that dilution and other factors like type and temperature of ice are not considered in this upfront calculation.
crème brûlée or poached pears
Armagnac, Pear
- Armagnac 4.5 cl
- Pear Liqueur 1.50 cl
Any Glass of your Choice
charles's nightcap is a popular Rum cocktail containing a combinations of Armagnac,Pear Liqueur .Served using Any Glass of your ChoiceCharles's Nightcap Ingredients
Armagnac,Pear Liqueur,
Charles's Nightcap Recipe
Stir and strain into a brandy snifter.
Armagnac
Armagnac is a Brandy, like Cognac it's specific to a region of France, the Armagnac region of Gascony. It is distilled from wine made from a blend of grapes including Baco 22A, Colombard, Folle Blanch and Ugni Blanc, While Cognac is distilled from Ugni Blanc. Armagnac is distilled using Column Stills unlike Cognac which uses Pot Stills. The resulting spirit is aged in oak barrels before release.
Production is overseen by the Institut national de l'origine et de la qualité (INAO) and the Bureau National Interprofessionel de l'Armagnac (BNIA).
Armagnac is distilled once and ends up with a 52% alcohol content, and a more fragrant and flavourful spirit than Cognac. Armagnac is produced in small scale by small distillers and is considered as a vintage spirit and the Hors d'âge is an Armagnac that has been aged for at least 10 years. For an Armagnac, the older the better and vintage Armagnac are collectibles.Pear Liqueur
The most notable and widely used Pear Liqueur is Pear Brandy, a liquor distilled from pears, and sometimes known as eau de vie de poire, while there are pear liqueurs too, that are a neutral spirit with sugar and pear flavouring.
Liqueurs made with a pear eau de vie as the base are brighter and fruitier, while the pear brandy based versions have deeper undertones.
"Two of the standout liqueurs made with a pear-spirit base are Rothman & Winter's Orchard Pear and Mathilde Pear. Both are lovely and delicate with a strong flavor of fresh pears. Xante and Brillet pear liqueurs are made with a Cognac base. While the pear flavors are strong, the spirit also comes through and makes it about more than just a fruity beverage". - serious eats
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