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France Drinks
France unquestionably is the land of wine. Connoisseurs from all over the world come to this country to savour the best vintages or buy new items to their collections; sometimes for unbelievably high prices. Such typically French wines as Bordeaux and Beaujolais Nouveau taste best when sipped on sandy beaches of the French Riviera or in charming little cafes. Once you're in France however, there is one more drink that you must try - the original champagne - especially if you visit the region of Champagne, where this fine sparkling wine is made. Children visiting France will enjoy a cup of hot chocolate or a bottle of Gini, Mecca-Cola or Orangina, popular French soft drinks.
Produced in he second largest wine-growing area in the world, Bordeaux is undeniably one of the most popular brands of French wine. It comes in many variations: from the affordable everyday table wine, to the most expensive connoisseur spirits in...
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A young wine of great international popularity, Beaujolais is one of the most celebrated French culinary exports, appreciated by both regular consumers, as well as renowned wine connoisseurs. Belonging to the popular 'vin de primeur' wine category,...
Burgundy wine is a popular wine that usually comes in two varieties: a red Pinot Noir or a white Chardonnay. There are however also other lesser known kinds of Burgundy wine such as rose and sparkling wine. Each of the Burgundy originated wine falls...
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This lemon soft drink distributed by the renowned French mineral water brand Perrier. It is one of the most famous refreshing beverages in France. Apart from a bitter-sweet taste of a green lime, the drink owes to its popularity to a smart...
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This internationally known dessert wine comes from the Sauternais region in the Bordeaux wine making area. It is originally made from Sémillon, Sauvignon Blanc, and Muscadelle grapes. The grapes are then partially raisined, giving the wine its...
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Few people realise that officially 'Champagne' is a name reserved exclusively for the French sparking wine produced in the region of Champagne. The origins of Champagne date back to the Medieval Times, when it was mostly produced in churches as the...
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Mecca-Cola is a Muslim alternative to U.S. brands like Coca-Cola and Pepsi-Cola. This popular beverage was launched in November 2002 in France, by Tawfik Mathlouthi, inspired by a popular Iranian soft drink, Zam Zam Cola. Mathlouthi's objective was...
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Orangina is a popular soft drink made from oranges and tangerines. It dates back to the times of the French colonization of Algieria. The drink is characterized by a unique fruity flavour and a interesting bottle shaped after a pear. Except from the...
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