{"id":92109,"date":"2022-07-06T14:00:48","date_gmt":"2022-07-06T14:00:48","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/test10.co.za\/C\/?p=92109"},"modified":"2022-07-06T14:08:26","modified_gmt":"2022-07-06T14:08:26","slug":"celebrating-the-complexity-and-craftsmanship-of-cognac-with-bisquit-and-dubouche-this-world-cognac-day","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/test10.co.za\/C\/celebrating-the-complexity-and-craftsmanship-of-cognac-with-bisquit-and-dubouche-this-world-cognac-day\/","title":{"rendered":"Celebrating the Complexity and Craftsmanship of Cognac with Bisquit & Dubouch\u00e9"},"content":{"rendered":"

Bisquit & Dubouch\u00e9 cognac is a rebellious spirit, personified by each amber drop. With every sip, you can taste the heritage and careful consideration that bleeds into the \u2018heart\u2019 of Bisquit & Dubouch\u00e9 \u2013 a cognac that carries over 200 years of history.<\/p>\n

Each year on the 4th of June, we celebrate World Cognac Day, but because cognac isn\u2019t made in a day, we\u2019ve decided this spirited drink deserves an extended celebration. To pay homage to the craft and complexity of cognac, we get to know Bisquit & Dubouch\u00e9 a little better and share some of our favourite recipes to indulge with this timeless tipple.<\/p>\n

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What is Cognac?<\/h3>\n

Cognac is a type of brandy, but it\u2019s not just any brandy, it\u2019s in a league of its own. Unlike brandy, which can be distilled from any type of fruit juice, cognac can only be produced using highly specific white wine grapes \u2014 the Ugni Blanc \u2013 a grape varietal<\/a> that grows in the Southwest of France, in the Cognac region.<\/p>\n

Since all fine things in life require time, making cognac is a lengthy process, but the reward is in the refined, smooth taste of a cognac like Bisquit & Dubouch\u00e9. As an Appellation d\u2019Origine Contr\u00f4l\u00e9e (a certification of authenticity granted to certain geographical indications for wines), cognac needs to clear a set of rigorous requirements and follow distinct production methods \u2014 from the harvesting to the distillation, to ageing and blending.<\/p>\n

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Cognac production is actually a form of art, as no two cognacs are the same. They all feature a unique, distinct taste, which can be attributed to the cutting process.<\/p>\n

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The Heart of the Cognac<\/h3>\n

Cognac is more than a\u00a0spirit<\/a> and the heart of Bisquit & Dubouch\u00e9 Cognac lies in its unique method of distillation. What makes cognac compelling and complex and sets it apart from brandy, is the distillation process. It undergoes not one, but two distillations, to result in a refined and uncompromised taste.<\/p>\n

With every sip, you can taste the heritage and careful consideration that bleeds into the \u2018heart\u2019 of Bisquit & Dubouch\u00e9.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n

The distinct Ugni Blanc grapes from which cognac is distilled, are harvested in late September. The grapes are pressed from the moment they\u2019re harvested to produce a wine that’s aromatic and acidic enough. The wine is then distilled twice using a Charentais copper pot, known as an \u2018alambic\u2019, as this special apparatus is required to yield higher alcohol concentrations within the distillate.<\/p>\n

Using Alexandre Bisquit\u2019s original distillation method, Bisquit & Dubouch\u00e9 doesn\u2019t depend on fixed parameters like timing, as most cognac brands do. Instead, they follow distinctive distillation methods influenced by emotion and intuition.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n

Distillation is a crucial process, as unfavourable by-products need to be separated from the ethanol. The distillate has different cutting points and the distiller determines how much or how little of each part they want to retain. Being a full bodied drink, it stands to reason that cognac not only has a \u2018heart\u2019, but a \u2018head\u2019 and \u2018tail\u2019 too. The \u2018head\u2019 of cognac forms the first part and the \u2018tail\u2019 is the end part of the distillate. Contrary to popular belief, the best isn\u2019t always the last and when it comes to Bisquit & Dubouch\u00e9, the middle part or the \u2018heart\u2019 of the cognac is savoured.<\/p>\n

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Using Alexandre Bisquit\u2019s original distillation method, Bisquit & Dubouch\u00e9 doesn\u2019t depend on fixed parameters like timing, as most cognac brands do. Instead, they follow distinctive distillation methods influenced by emotion and intuition. Bisquit & Dubouch\u00e9 distillers rely on an \u2018au fait\u2019 sense of smell and mouthfeel to enhance the extraction of perfumes and flavours during \u2018heart\u2019 collection.<\/p>\n

Staying true to the spirit of rebellion, Bisquit & Dubouch\u00e9 distillers preserve the \u2018heart\u2019 a little longer than other cognac brands do, and only cut the \u2018tails\u2019 towards the end of the distillation process.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n

The distillers wait for the precise, defining moment before cutting the \u2018head\u2019 and \u2018tail\u2019 from the cognac. To ensure the flavours are well balanced and the aromas are developed, the distillers continuously taste and smell the liquid for that distinct Bisquit & Dubouch\u00e9 aroma and taste. Staying true to the spirit of rebellion, Bisquit & Dubouch\u00e9 distillers preserve the \u2018heart\u2019 a little longer than other cognac brands do, and only cut the \u2018tails\u2019 towards the end of the distillation process. This requires a deep sense of knowledge and complex understanding of cognac. What\u2019s even more impressive is that they cut the \u2018tails\u2019 by hand, which is only possible with years of perfected craft and guided intuition.<\/p>\n

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Taste Bisquit & Dubouch\u00e9<\/h3>\n

Those familiar with this amber spirit might know the designations, but those who aren\u2019t cognac connoisseurs might help knowing their V.S from their V.S.O.P.<\/p>\n

After distillation, the ageing takes place. The distillate is aged in French oak barrels and the \u2018eaux de vie\u2019 turns from colourless to the amber spirit we know as Bisquit & Dubouch\u00e9.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n

The heart of cognac produces the \u2018eaux de vie\u2019 or \u2018water of life\u2019, which is a colourless brandy produced from fermented fruit. Bisquit & Dubouch\u00e9\u2019s longer distillation process allows for a more concentrated aromatic taste and smoother mouthfeel. Bisquit & Dubouch\u00e9 has an inimitable softness, with developed fruity aromas and notes of honey, fig, dark fruits.<\/p>\n

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After distillation, the ageing takes place. The distillate is aged in French oak barrels and the \u2018eaux de vie\u2019 turns from colourless to the amber spirit we know as Bisquit & Dubouch\u00e9. The ageing process also impacts the cognac\u2019s flavour, allowing the spirit to mellow and develop a smooth taste, while imparting nuanced fruity, floral and spiced notes.<\/p>\n

Bisquit & Dubouch\u00e9 V.S.O.P (Very Superior Old Pale) is incubated for at least four years and has aromas of apricot, honey and citrus notes.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n

Because Cognac is a distinguished drink, there\u2019s more than one type and they\u2019re ranked according to age. Bisquit & Dubouch\u00e9 has three unique offers, as the length of maturation results in varying flavour profiles.<\/p>\n

The Bisquit & Dubouch\u00e9 V.S (Very Special) is aged for two years and has delicate floral aromas and spicy notes. The second offering, Bisquit & Dubouch\u00e9 V.S.O.P (Very Superior Old Pale) is incubated for at least four years and has aromas of apricot, honey and citrus notes. Their last offering is the Bisquit & Dubouch\u00e9 X.O (Extra Old), which is aged for no less than six years and contains aromatic notes of stone fruit and cinnamon.<\/p>\n

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\u200b\u200bBisquit & Dubouch\u00e9 Recommended Serve<\/h3>\n

Whether you enjoy your cognac neat, on the rocks or with good food, we\u2019ve got some delicious recipes to help you celebrate the legacy and craft behind Bisquit & Dubouch\u00e9 cognac, now and every month of the year.<\/p>\n

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B&D Old Fashioned<\/h4>\n

Ingredients:<\/strong><\/p>\n

50ml Bisquit & Dubouch\u00e9 V.S.O.P
\n15ml simple syrup
\n2 dashes bitters
\n1 orange peel twist
\nSplash of water
\nIce cubes<\/p>\n

Method:<\/strong><\/p>\n

Drop bitters into an Old Fashioned glass filled with ice cubes.
\nAdd a splash of water and simple syrup.
\nPour in the B&D V.S.O.P
\nGarnish with a twist of orange peel.<\/p>\n

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Cumin & Cinnamon Spiced Dark Chocolate Truffles<\/h4>\n

Spicy and fruity aromas in these dark chocolate truffles pair beautifully with the cinnamon and oak wood notes in Bisquit & Dubouch\u00e9 V.S.<\/p>\n

Cumin & Cinnamon Spiced Dark Chocolate Truffles Recipe<\/a><\/p>\n

Baked Plums with Spiced Ginger Biscuit Crumble<\/h4>\n

Fruity and spicy flavours in these baked plums enhance the plum, gingerbread and liquorice notes found in Bisquit & Dubouch\u00e9 X.O.<\/p>\n

Baked Plums with Spiced Ginger Biscuit Crumble Recipe<\/a><\/p>\n

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Lemon Curd Cr\u00e8me Br\u00fbl\u00e9e<\/h4>\n

Notes of honeysuckle, citrus and mango in Bisquit & Dubouch\u00e9 V.S.O.P intensify with the smoothness of this cr\u00e8me br\u00fbl\u00e9e and the zesty lemon curd.<\/p>\n

Lemon Curd Cr\u00e8me Br\u00fbl\u00e9e Recipe<\/a><\/p>\n

White Choc Malva Pudding<\/h4>\n

The creamy white chocolate in this malva pudding complements the delicate softness of Bisquit & Dubouch\u00e9 V.S.<\/p>\n

White Choc Malva Pudding Recipe<\/a><\/p>\n

Learn more about Bisquit & Dubouch\u00e9 and Campari Group at their websites below.<\/p>\n

bisquitdubouche.com<\/a> | Facebook<\/a> | Instagram<\/a> | camparigroup.com<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Bisquit & Dubouch\u00e9 cognac is a rebellious spirit, personified by each amber drop. With every sip, you can taste the heritage and careful consideration that bleeds into the \u2018heart\u2019 of Bisquit & Dubouch\u00e9 \u2013 a cognac that carries over 200 years of history. Each year on the 4th of June, we celebrate World Cognac Day, but because cognac isn\u2019t made in a day, we\u2019ve decided this spirited drink deserves an extended celebration. To pay homage to the craft and complexity […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"wprm-recipe-roundup-name":"","wprm-recipe-roundup-description":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[4098],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-92109","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-general"],"acf":[],"brand_slug":"","_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/test10.co.za\/C\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/92109","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/test10.co.za\/C\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/test10.co.za\/C\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/test10.co.za\/C\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/test10.co.za\/C\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=92109"}],"version-history":[{"count":27,"href":"https:\/\/test10.co.za\/C\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/92109\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":92879,"href":"https:\/\/test10.co.za\/C\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/92109\/revisions\/92879"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/test10.co.za\/C\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=92109"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/test10.co.za\/C\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=92109"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/test10.co.za\/C\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=92109"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}