Episode 36: Chambord
Episode 36 features Chambord. The top-shelf black raspberry liqueur from the Loire Valley in France. Always sold in an ornate bottle, the 750ml size retails for $32. It's a light 16.5% ABV, or 33 proof.
Enjoy this episode with a Chambord Royale - simply Chambord and Champagne!
Chambord's official website is a bit disappointing, but here it is: https://www.chambordchannel.com/
Brief Historical Timeline:
- 1980 - Trademark application for "Chambord Liqueur Royale" is filed
- 1981/82 - Chambord is available on the market
- 2006 - Brown-Forman acquires Chambord for $255 million
- 2010 - The bottle is redesigned along with an ill-fated brand extension to a Chambord-flavored vodka
Key Cocktails:
Chambord shines when mixed, it's a classic modifier!
Chambord Royale:
1/4 oz. Chambord
Champagne
Raspberry for Garnish
Pour Chambord into a flute, top with Champagne and drop the raspberry in for effect. Drink, repeat.
References:
Brown-Forman Press Release on Acquisition
Trademark filing for Chambord Liqueur Royale
Wikipedia Article on St Edward's Crown
Dun and Bradstreet company info
The Spruce Eats article on Chambord
Obituary of Norton "Sky" Cooper
Article on Charles Jacquin et Cie
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