Chambord and Sparkling

 




September 10, 2020

Chambord and Sparkling

 

Last spring, I discovered an amazing mixed drink in Chambord and Sparkling Wine.  The drink was part of a Twilight themed get together.  It was called “Edward’s Eyes” (I know, silly, but we’re talking about adult drinks at an event themed toward a young adult books).  The color of the drink was a beautiful amber much like the color described in the book.

What I loved about this drink is that it takes two things I want to like and fixes all the problems.  Champagne style sparkling is often too dry for me.  Chambord is too sweet.  With their powers combined, they produce a nice, easy to drink mix that is perfect for any ladies night in.

With the right sparkling, the drink retains a lot of the dryness.  The yeasty dry flavors offset what can be syrupy sweetness of Chambord.  In the mix, Chambord brings forward the hint of raspberry that balances the sparkling nicely.

Be warned, don’t pick up an overly sweet sparkling unless you want to go into a sugar coma.  A good brut will do.  A demi-sec might ruin your night. 

And as for a Twilight themed adult party?  Sometimes it’s totally fine to let go of the seriousness of life.  Throwing back sushi with a bunch of fun-loving ladies while giggling at Edward and Bella’s oh-so-uncomfortable-relationship can do wonders for a stressful week (or year). 

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