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Originally Posted by cuffedlinks
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Tell me your thoughts on Napoleon Brandy...
Yes - No?
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Don't claim any degree of expertise when it comes to the world of brandy, Cuff, but as they say...I know what I like. I presume you're not referring to the actual brand of brandy known as "Napoleon", which I've seen, but more to the generic designation "Napoleon" which is the term many people use for what is more correctly cognac? Like any booze, that's a very individual thing. I don't drink a lot of the stuff, but I admit I enjoy a good cognac from time to time. I'm a very traditional guy when it comes to brandy. I prefer it in a snifter, rather than straight up or with any sort of mixer. I like mine at body temperature, warmed in my own hand, rather than over one of those heaters, though I have one on my bar. I thoroughly enjoy the "nose" you get off a decent cognac before you even taste it.
My personal favourites don't run to the really high-end cognacs. I don't think my palate is educated enough to appreciate the $300 - $400 a bottle brands sufficiently to lay out that much money (retired, you know...fixed income). I've tasted a few of those over the years, and just can't tell the difference between what I buy, and what some sales type might buy
for me when they were treating me to a good meal while trying to get a sizeable order. I have two brands on my bar. Courvoisier VS, and Remy Martin VSOP. The Remy is my best-loved choice, but the Courvoisier is great every-day hooch (and good enough for company). Having given you the benefit of my vast knowledge and insight, Cuff, bear in mind that with my valued opinion...and a couple of bucks...you can ride a bus. Your question has given me a notion though. I think you've convinced me to polish up my snifter for a little taste this evening...you silver-tongued devil, you. Thanks, buddy!
Care to join me?
(Y'know, it's tragic being a lush with Alzheimers. Wanting a drink so bad, but not able to remember where I left the bottle.)