On August 4, 1693, Dom Perignon, a Benedictine monk, invented champagne; or so the story goes. Whether or not you believe this version, it makes a good story. So, on August 4, we raise a glass of something bubbly to celebrate champagne.
Come quickly! I am tasting stars!
Dom Pierre Perignon
August 4, 1693 – The Night They Invented Champagne
Tradition has it that a monk invented champagne accidentally, leading to the fabled quotation, “Come quickly, I am tasting stars!” The story has probably been embellished over the years, but let us lift our glasses in a toast to whoever invented champagne, on this date in 1693, or some other time.
Here is a little Leslie Caron:
From Cold Glass – this intriguing Aviation Cocktail. I have to find some Creme de Violette.
From Vintage Cocktails – Champagne Cocktails.
And, in keeping with the title of this blog, Chatham Artillery Punch from The Truth About Guns blog.
Firearms, fibers, any news or behaviors that make me say, "hmm, let me take another look at this."
I still miss my man, but my aim is getting better.
