This drink has its own history. Liqueur “Chambord” was made from raspberries (the so-called black and ordinary) from a long time ago, from the XVII century. In addition to these berries, a drink with a strength of 16.5% is added: vanilla from Madagascar, zest of oranges from Morocco, honey with cognac. It turns out very authentic and original. And although some sources attribute it to a blackberry "clan", in fact, Chambord liquor is raspberry.
Advantages
The drink is famous for its velvety soft flavor, rich berry bouquet, rich shades of purple. Possessing truly premium qualities, it still belongs to the budget: a bottle of 0.75 liters will cost no more than twenty-five dollars / 1,500 rubles. Chambord is used both in pure form and as an ingredient for many cocktails. It has a pronounced raspberry aroma and berry-fruity, delicate finish.
Chambord liquor: country and castle
The Chambord brand was registered only in 1982. But the raspberry liquor “Chambord”, of course, appears much earlier. According to legend, its name is closely associated with the castle of the same name - it was here that Louis XIV tasted an authentic drink. It was like this: the king visited Chambord Castle, in France, during the feast he was presented with the pride of local winemakers: liquor made from raspberries and other ingredients. Louis was so pleased with the drink that he ordered to record the intricacies of its manufacture. Since then, this cordial has become a favorite royal drink, and got its name in honor of the castle itself.
Continuation of a story
Almost four centuries later, an American named Cooper decided to settle in France and settled not far from this castle. Once he had to taste the local liquor, he learned the recipe and production technology. And soon he launched a large-scale business, factory conditions allowed to reduce the cost. Amazing liquor "Chambord" again spread throughout France. And after that, the whole world started talking about the great taste of the drink. Today it is made in the Loire, a valley twenty kilometers from the historic castle.
"Chambord" is released in a specific container. Until 2010, the bottle was decorated with a gilt inscription in the shape of a belt around the entire container and a crown on the lid. The bottle itself is a reminder of the history of the drink and its royal glory. The brand’s tagline is Because no reason (which translates to “but just like that”). Since 2010, restyling has been made, and the liquor tank has become more modern. The manufacturer also began using this brand name for raspberry vodka (37.5% strength).
Manufacturing technology
Liqueur "Chambord Black Rasberry" is prepared in a few steps.
- Fresh and ripe raspberry berries are soaked in alcohol. After 4 weeks, add a little more alcohol to the tincture and stand for 15 days.
- After the berries are choked. The resulting mixture is the basis for the future drink.
- Cognac with vanilla and other components are added to the mixture: spices, zest, honey with herbs (in what proportions are the manufacturer's secrets). A practically ready drink should be infused for some time so that a unique bouquet is formed. The master of blend combines, as a rule, alcohols with different aging periods in order to obtain a more harmonious and balanced taste and aroma.
Chambord liquor: types
- Chambord "Royal de France" with a fortress of 16.5 degrees. This is raspberry liquor, recognized as a classic.
- Flavored vodka Chambord with a fortress of 37.5. The beginning of release - 2010. Raspberry vodka has a taste of berries, vanilla chocolate. An excellent substitute for plain vodka in cocktail formulations.
How to drink
To use classic raspberry liquor is supposed to be undiluted (either with ice crumbs, or at room temperature). Drink from liquor glasses, martini glasses or champagne. The Chambord is ideally combined with sparkling wine (white). Liquor drinks are served with dessert, ice cream is poured with them, and they are added to cut fruit.
Cocktails
- Eclipse: Chambord - 10 ml, Jack Daniels - 10 ml, lemon juice - 10 ml, cranberry juice - 20 ml, ice, for decoration - a slice of lemon. We put all the components in a shaker and shake well. Serve in a chilled glass decorated with a slice of lemon.
- Chambord and Champagne: Chambord - 50 ml, sparkling wine - 120 ml, lemon juice - 5 ml, raspberries - 2 berries. Pour liquor, chilled sparkling, lemon juice into a container for drinking champagne. Decorate with raspberries (you can use small ice cubes with frozen berries inside).
- “Chambord Bramble”: liquor - 20 ml, gin - 40 ml, lemon juice - 20 ml, syrup - 15 ml, crushed ice. In a shaker, mix ice and gin with lemon juice, adding syrup. Pour the contents into a glass and pour a crumb of ice on top, and then pour Chambord. When serving, decorate with a slice of lemon, you can insert a straw.
- "Chambord + vodka + lemonade." We fill the highball with ice, pour equal parts of raspberry liquor with pure vodka, add lemonade, decorating with a slice of lime or lemon.
- And you can just put a few pieces of ice (or crumbs) in a glass, add one part of liquor and one soda. We drink and have a bite of fresh raspberries. It turns out very simple and at the same time delicious!
Raspberry liquor "Chambord" - an original drink that has gained great popularity due to its original taste and aroma.