5-star Kremlin brandy is a strong alcoholic beverage whose blend is composed of wine spirits produced in France. It is produced by the Moscow plant MMVZ, which is one of the top leaders in the production of hard liquors. Aged "Kremlin" brandy for five years. For this procedure only barrels from Limousin oak are used.
In the lineup, in addition to the five-year-old cognac, there is also a three-star, and these drinks are in any displacement: bottles with a capacity of 0.25, 0.5 and 0.7.
Organoleptic properties
This brandy has a pure amber color with golden highlights. Judging by the reviews of the Kremlin brandy, its aroma is quite bright, it completely lacks an alcohol tint. Sweet dried fruits and spices are felt in the foreground, woody and floral notes can be heard in the background. Some connoisseurs of strong alcohol call such aromas "pepsikolnymi". This combination is believed to be inherent in Hennessy products.
In a soft harmonious taste, fruit notes and oak shades are clearly audible. It has a pleasant and long finish. This drink will perfectly complement any weekend dinner.
How to recognize a fake?
To protect yourself from buying low-quality alcohol, Kremlin brandy should always be purchased in large, well-established supermarkets. The seller must present a quality certificate for the drink upon request. The bottle should be corked with a branded cork. There can be no visible defects or traces of glue on the label. It is worth paying attention to such moments:
- The color of the “Kremlin” cognac cannot be too dark, as, for example, in drinks with a ten-year exposure.
- If the bottle is turned over, then bubbles should rush to its bottom.
- The liquid should be thick, slightly oily.
A bit of history
In 1971, the "Moscow Inter-Republican Winery" was opened. Almost fifty years have passed since that moment, and today the company occupies a leading position among domestic manufacturers. In addition to high-quality cognacs, the plant also produces vodka and grape wines. The company's products have repeatedly won prizes at various alcoholic exhibitions and competitions.
Already in 1971, production reached large-scale volumes, but in 1985, due to the anti-alcohol company in the Union, the capacity had to be significantly reduced, although not for long. Already in 1992, the plant slowly began to gain momentum. And in 1997, a controlling stake in MMVZ was transferred to the Bank of Moscow. There is no information about when exactly the production of the Kremlin brandy began.
The secret of party leaders of the USSR
When it comes to “Kremlin” brandy, one does not always mean a liquor. The health of members of the Politburo was carefully guarded by physicians. They were all on a strict diet. When guests of the Kremlin were treated to greasy spicy dishes, boiled chicken breasts, carefully masked with greens, flaunted on the table of senior officials.
When there were toasts for which it was impossible not to drink, for example, “For the prosperity of the party”, “For the health of the general secretary”, it was necessary to somehow get out. It was impossible to pour water, as there was cognac on the tables.
The solution, of course, was found. Instead of strong alcohol, on the tables of the party leaders was a special drink that not only did not cause intoxication, but also gave strength. And they poured it into bottles from under the “Kremlin” cognac.
In the eyes of the people, this only added respect to the government. Like, the other would not be standing on their feet, and these strong, like buffalos, and does not take them anything.
Secret of a mysterious drink
The recipe for “Kremlin brandy” is ridiculously simple. But at the same time, this magical drink contains a shock dose of vitamins and all kinds of useful substances. It can be given to very young children to strengthen immunity. It tastes good, and there is more benefit from it than from any, even the most expensive vitamins bought in a pharmacy.
Its basis is an infusion of dried rose hips. In order to cook it, you need about half a glass of dried berries. They need to be put in a thermos and pour boiling water (approximately 700 ml). To make the drink more saturated, you can make a puncture in each berry with a needle. Insist pseudocognac will have at least a day. Now in the infusion you need to add 125 milliliters of buckwheat honey. No longer worth it, the drink will turn sugary. Further, the juice sent from half a lemon goes there. It remains to wait until the “Kremlin” cools down and foam settles.
Rosehip has a lot of useful properties: it is full of vitamins, a natural aphrodisiac, and this is a big plus for men. Honey is also very healthy, and lemon contains the maximum dose of vitamin C and ascorbic acid. So this drink is good to give adults and children in the fall, to saturate the body with vitamins for the winter.