F
orget everything you thought you knew
about champagne. There is a new fun and
casual way to enjoy everyone’s favorite
celebration drink. Moët & Chandon, a
French fine winery, released an ice champagne
back in 2011, which just became popular in the
past few years. Now, several other companies have
released their own iced sparkling wines.
Although Moët & Chandon was the first to
introduce ice champagne, almost every brand has
their own version on the market. Some have also
recently released rose versions of this iced treat.
Bottles range from twelve to sixty dollars and
can be found in most wine sections. Bottles are
wrapped in white or frosted labels, so they are easy
to spot.
There are a couple of tips when it comes to
enjoying champagne on ice. First, always use a
wide glass. Not only does this allow you to smell
your beverage, enhancing the taste, it leaves plenty
of room for the ice. You should use three large ice
cubes. While you want to chill the drink, you don’t
want to water it down. Adding garnishes gives you
an instant cocktail. Fresh fruit, mint, or juices are
just a few ways to add to your beverage, making it
a special treat.
story by
Mary Aho
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