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The Burgundy region of France is known for a variety of great foods and drinks. Dijon has given its name to savory mustard. True Champagne comes from the northern part of the region, while the rest of the region produces great red and white wines. Currants are among the region's most famous fruit. Combining some of that wine and currants together makes another classic Burgundian delight; the refreshing aperitif or cocktail known as Kir. The Foundation of a Kir is White or Sparkling Wine While red wines from Burgundy are as famous as any around the world, Burgundy also produces great white wine. However, the reputation of Burgundy's white wine has suffered from a marketing decision. The first experience many Americans had with white wine used to be Gallo Chablis, an inexpensive wh...

Ordering a martini can sometimes sound like an interesting turn of specific lingo if you are unfamiliar with the drink. Maybe you hear someone order it extra dirty but dry and wonder what that actually means. At the same time, ordering a manly martini will have its own qualities compared to ordering an unmanly one. First, it is important to understand what a martini is. The basic version is dry vermouth with gin along with an olive or two. That is the most basic you can get, but is that considered manly? No Fruitiness One of the easiest aspects to consider about a manly martini is no fruity frills. While the apple martini may be a tasty delight, it is far from being a manly martini. After all, a manly drink should be smooth but stern in quality and ingredients. Stick wi...

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What Is Kir? It Is Wine Cocktail with French Flair

Cocktail Guide: How to Order and Drink a Martini Like a Man