Alccols for the aperitif | Le Delas Rungis
Alcohols for the aperitif
Curaçao is an alcohol obtained by the double distillation of sweet and bitter oranges. Orange curaçao is widely used for the composition of cocktails to which it brings a much appreciated tangy note.
Colorless, triple sec curaçao is mainly distinguished from other curaçaos by the absence of coloring and by its more lively flavors. Thus it can be used in the composition of cocktails that must not be colored or in the production of desserts without the risk of confusing the consumer.
Resulting from the double distillation of sweet and bitter oranges, curaçao triple sec has a slight touch of bitterness that is also appreciated served as is on crushed ice.
Blue curaçao is a classic used in the composition of many cocktails. Produced through the double distillation of sweet and bitter oranges, its taste is both round and tangy.
Aesthetic and surprising, the characteristic color of blue curaçao is of the most beautiful effect, it is available according to the mixtures made. It is obtained by adding methylene blue.
Here is a bottle of Madeira from the DOB brand (75 cl, 17% ABV), an iconic fortified wine produced in the demarcated region of the Portuguese archipelago of Madeira. This wine is made from partially fermented grape must (traditional grape varieties: Sercial, Verdelho, Boal, Malvasia, Tinta Negra) fortified with alcohol. Its distinctive feature lies in its unique production process, which includes a three-month heating phase (estufagem) at between 48°C and 50°C, followed by ageing in oak barrels. It has a reddish-brown colour turning to amber, with roasted, tart, powerful and fairly full-bodied notes.
Professional culinary uses:
Madeira is a versatile classic, essential both in the dining room and in the kitchen:
► Cooking (sauces): Madeira is a key ingredient in cooking, particularly in Madeira sauces accompanying red meats, game, pan-fried foie gras or truffles. Its richness and acidity give it great aromatic depth.
► Pastry: Used to soak cakes (such as Madeira cake) or to flavour creams.
► Aperitif/Digestif: Traditionally drunk neat as an aperitif or digestif, offering a rich and complex alternative to other fortified wines.
► Storage: Unlike a classic wine, it keeps very well after opening, making it an economical product to use. Very stable product, with no best-before date. Best stored in a cool place after opening to preserve its organoleptic qualities.
Noilly Prat Original Dry is a French dry vermouth, packaged in 75cl bottles. It has an alcohol content of 18%. Noilly Prat is famous for its unique production process, which includes ageing in oak barrels outdoors. It is a fortified wine (vermouth) made from white wines (Picpoul de Pinet and Clairette) macerated with a secret blend of over 20 herbs and spices. It is distinguished by its dry, floral and slightly spicy character, with subtle notes of oxidation and garrigue.
Professional culinary uses:
Noilly Prat is a fundamental ingredient for bars and professional kitchens:
► Cocktails: Essential for preparing classic cocktails, including the Dry Martini (where it replaces sweet vermouth), the Episcopal, and the Vesper.
► Cooking: Used in cooking to deglaze fish and seafood sauces (particularly monkfish and scallops), or to add an aromatic and complex note to broths and marinades.
► Aperitif: Traditionally enjoyed on its own, over ice, or with a twist of lemon.
Storage advice:
► Storage: Like all fortified wines, Noilly Prat should be kept cool once opened to preserve its aromas. It is advisable to store it in the refrigerator and consume it within a few weeks of opening.
Gold Medal at the Concours Général Agricole Paris 2017
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This Limoncello Villa Cardea is the Italian digestive touch! This traditional Italian liqueur is made from an infusion of 10% lemon peel, alcohol, water and sugar. It has a characteristic yellow colour and a cloudy appearance, with an intense lemon peel aroma and flavour. Its alcohol content is 25% by volume. Delas selected this Limoncello to offer professionals a high-quality digestif, ideal for ending a meal on a fresh and tangy note, or as an aromatic base for creative cocktails and pastries.
Culinary uses and storage:
► Use: It is traditionally consumed neat, very chilled or on the rocks. It is also perfect as an accompaniment or ingredient in desserts and pastries (such as babas, creams, ice creams, etc.) and for mixology, adding an authentic and aromatic lemony note.
► Storage: This Limoncello does not have an applicable best-before date (spirit drink). It can simply be stored at room temperature in its original packaging.