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Camus - XO Borderies Single Estate
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A nose of rich and complex aromas with a perfect balance between the floral and fruity notes mixed with gourmet notes of pastries and vanilla. A powerful palate, rich and creamy with a particularly velvety texture revealing the intense aromas of pastries, subtle spicy notes, cinnamon and dried fruits. Finishing with lasting floral hints with delicate violet notes.
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Camus - XO Borderies Single Estate
Camus - XO Borderies Single Estate is a premium cognac that is made from grapes grown in the Borderies region of France. This region is known for producing some of the finest cognacs in the world, and Camus has been producing cognacs here for over 150 years.
The taste profile of Camus - XO Borderies Single Estate is complex and rich, with notes of dried fruit, honey, and vanilla. The finish is long and smooth, with a hint of spice that lingers on the palate.
The history of Camus is steeped in tradition and innovation. The company was founded in 1863 by Jean-Baptiste Camus, and has been family-owned and operated ever since. Camus was the first cognac producer to introduce a single estate cognac, which is made entirely from grapes grown on a single estate.
Camus - XO Borderies Single Estate is best enjoyed neat or on the rocks, and pairs well with a variety of foods, including cheese, chocolate, and fruit. It is the perfect cognac for special occasions or for sipping and savouring on a quiet evening.
The Borderies Reserve
Ingredients
- 60 ml Camus XO Borderies Family Reserve Cognac
- 20 ml Bénédictine liqueur
- 15 ml fresh lemon juice
- 10 ml honey syrup (1:1 ratio)
- 2 dashes Angostura bitters
- 1 dash orange bitters
Method
- Fill a mixing glass with ice and add the Camus XO Borderies Family Reserve Cognac, Bénédictine, fresh lemon juice, and honey syrup.
- Add both dashes of Angostura bitters and the dash of orange bitters.
- Stir continuously for 12-15 seconds until the mixture is properly chilled and diluted.
- Strain into the prepared glass using a fine strainer.
- Express the oils from an orange peel over the surface and discard the peel.
Serve
Serve in a crystal coupe glass. Garnish with a single, thin-cut candied orange slice placed horizontally across the rim and a crystallized honey cube suspended in the center of the drink using a cocktail pick. Present on a dark slate coaster with the bottle visible in the background.