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Champagne and sparkling wine
What’s in a name? In the case of Champagne, a bubbly brouhaha. By international agreement, Champagne is produced exclusively in France’s 76,000-acre—132 square-mile—Champagne region using one specific method—méthode champenoise, also known as traditional method.
Gus ClemensPublished 3 months ago in ProofChardonnay
Grapple with a lil grape amidst the thistle. Peas in a pod not far from the backyard pepper-patches, prickly pompoms along the side-paths of a city park. This vivid color is a good omen if untouched, fertility is their needled warning.
Rob AngeliPublished 8 months ago in ProofChampagne: Commodifying the women who built an empire
"Come quickly, I am tasting the stars!" Dom Pérignon, the French monk (incorrectly) attributed to discovering champagne, is romantically remembered exclaiming this as he sipped on the effervescent beverage in the 17th century (Epstein, 2011). Pérignon was followed by many other men in characterizing the refined beverage that is enjoyed at celebrations all over the world. In thinking of champagne, one might, as Becky Sue Epstein reminisced in her history on champagne, imagine popular male characters like James Bond enigmatically sipping on champagne, or male athletes popping a bottle open in celebration. Champagne is a drink synonymous with starry skies, black cocktail dresses, and the flowery words on a page of an F. Scott Fitzgerald novel. He even famously wrote, "I'll drink your champagne. I'll drink every drop of it, I don't care if it kills me." It is universally accepted as a mood setter, an aphrodisiac as Catherine the Great was convinced (Epstein, 2011). It is recognized as a toast to celebration and accomplishment, Epstein (2011) writing, “champagne continues to be the beverage that signals special occasions and celebrations, no matter what the climate or the economy is like – in life as well as on screen” (p. 11). Historically, champagne has represented this idea of celebration since is acceptance in the 17th century, however, it has celebrated men and sexualized women despite the feminist champions who built the champagne empire as a whole.
Talia NicolePublished 2 years ago in Proof"In What Furnace Was Thy Brain?"*
*From "The Tyger" by William Blake Most amino acids build proteins. Undeniably important, they are the basis of the body's structure. Nevertheless, some amino acids have other roles, roles that help sew together the vast complex of protein structures into a seamlessly moving, thinking creature.
D. Thea BaldrickPublished 2 years ago in ProofThe Many Faces Of Fire Water
Moonshine is a high-proof liquor with a rich history. It gets its name from the illegal practice of making it. There are no rules to creating moonshine. Just four ingredients; cornmeal, sugar, water, and yeast, and simple equipment. It doesn’t require time to mature like wine, so it can be drunk on the same day it was bottled. The simplicity of making it is what attracts a lot of people to brew it at home. This smooth, slightly sweet, beverage began in Britain around the 15th century and is still being made today, despite its illegal status in most states. June 5th is the day we honor moonshine. So, today we’ll discuss its many uses outside of having a good time.
M.L. LewisPublished 2 years ago in Proof10 No-Fuss Cocktails for St. Patrick's Day
Every year for St. Patrick's Day, my husband and I celebrate in a rather heretical fashion: the American way. In Ireland, St. Patrick's Day is not a boozy holiday, but a religious reminder of Saint Patrick and all of his kind deeds. Like most holidays, this Americanized Irish celebration has strayed far from the original intention and meaning, and been replaced with a favored popular pastime; drinking. So, in celebration, I have for you ten of our favorite easy to make cocktails to enjoy at home.
E.L. MartinPublished 2 years ago in ProofThe Alcoholic History Of Vodka
I am no stranger to the bar, the cigar bar to be more precise. I have been requested to cover two things: A). History B). F*cked up stories from Florida
Jessica BuggPublished 2 years ago in ProofThe Top 6 Healthiest Dry Red Wines That Undoubtedly Pack a Big Punch!
Do you need an excuse to uncork a bottle and take a sip of your favorite pinot noir or malbec? Of course not, right? Drinking red wines may offer many health benefits. It’s helpful in heart disease, cancer, low blood pressure, and so on.
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How to stop your thoughts from controlling your life
Have you ever stopped to ponder how many of your thoughts serve to propel you toward your life's aspirations, while others seem to act as invisible chains, hindering your progress? Do you truly wield control over the myriad streams of thought flowing through your mind? These are the profound questions that struck me during my transformative stay at a Buddhist monastery nestled in the serene forests of southern Thailand, four years ago. Life in the monastery was a stark departure from the bustling modern world – with its wooden pillows, straw mats, predawn wake-up calls, and marathon 10-hour meditation sessions each day.
Ugochukwu victorPublished about 16 hours ago in ProofBrain Hack
Learning is a multifaceted endeavor, influenced by an interplay of cognitive, emotional, and physiological factors. At its core lies neuroplasticity, the brain's remarkable ability to rewire and adapt in response to experiences. This phenomenon underpins our capacity to acquire new knowledge, develop skills, and navigate the complexities of the world around us.
Ugochukwu victorPublished 7 days ago in Proofto hill with your system
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Hayat UllahPublished 12 days ago in ProofI Don't Want
Introduction At the moment my Seven Days In Blog is getting a lot of visits and this is throwing some interesting pieces that I think are worth sharing with my Vocal friends and audience.
Mike Singleton - MikeydredPublished 12 days ago in Proof"Nowhere to go": Scholars claim that Smith was "dead to rights," so Judge Cannon overturned her decision.
It's possible that the judge presiding over the case involving former President Donald Trump's classified documents took the necessary actions to keep her job.
Evidence for Reincarnation
Dr Mahmut Yildiz wrote a marvellous essay on Transhumanism and the topic of consciousness living on. This is such an incredibly deep, complex and fascinating subject that we can’t seem to have sufficient material to satisfy our curiosity—and neither does science.
Rene VolpiPublished 17 days ago in ProofMany Worlds Theory of Quantum Mechanics | Rise TV
Background - Many worlds theory of Quantum Mechanics:- Since this continues to come up, and I've given it some thought, let me try again to explain what's currently going on with the Many Worlds theory of quantum mechanics, and why it's the most basic game in town.
How love changes your mind.
Love is frequently characterized as sentimental, distressing, and even tragic. Consequently, what is the brain's role in this matter?
Violet MuthoniPublished 20 days ago in Proof
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