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BRANDY,LIQUEURS AND CORDIALS
WHEN the art of distillation was introduced in France,
it was especially adopted in the Champagne district,
resulting in the production of wine Brandy which has become
more known under the term of Cognac. This name was
applied because most of the Brandy was distilled in the city
ofCognac,and the wines produced in the Champagne district
are used in the making. Cognac Brandy is extensively used
in the European countries, taking the place of whiskey.
French Liqueurs and Cordials are made from wines, dis
tilled or blended with various herbs and plants. The monks
were the originators; to them the world is indebted for the
production of those cordials that are so popular today. The
art of making the different liqueurs, and the processes in
volved,have always been regarded as a valuable secret, as for
each Cordial different roots and herbs are required,and there
must be a minute knowledge of the preparation of them,the
right quantities to use,and the proper method of distillation.
Liqueurs and Cordials are always served after meals,either
pure or mixed with Brandy. They aid digestion. Sometimes
Cordials and Brandy are used in flavoring punches,cups,and
egg-nogs. They also are included in the drink called "Pousse
Cafe".
Here s to thefriends we class as old.
And here's to those we class as new;
May the new soon grow to us old.
And the old never grow to us new.
Here's to the old: long life and treasure;
And to the young:all health and pleasurel
Here's to the love that lies in Woman's eyes.
And lies...and lies...and lies.
May we live to leam well.
And leam to live well.
Never a lip is curved in pain
That cannot he kissed into smiles again.
Mayfriendship propose the toast
And sincerity drink it.
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