Chocolate wine: a review of manufacturers + 3 recipes at home

The creation of new flavors in winemaking is usually associated with fresh trends from Western Europe. However, the first chocolate wine appeared long before it was distributed in European countries.

New England (today - the territory in the northeast of the United States) is considered to be the birthplace of this unusual drink, where it gained popularity before the XVIII century. Of course, the taste was completely different. This wine was made from port, sherry, chocolate and sugar.

The main producers of chocolate wine

The drink is becoming more popular, the number of producers is increasing, and the range is expanding. If at first chocolate wine was limited to only a few names, today connoisseurs have a choice.

1. Chocolate Shop

   The American manufacturer offers a luxurious "combination of rich red wine and velvety dark chocolate" and promises an unforgettable experience for fans of sweet treats. Strength: 12,5%.

   The drink comes into its own with teasing notes of black cherry and cocoa, followed by light hints of vanilla and bird cherry.

   The final chord is a long wine aftertaste.

   It is better to drink chilled, you can add an ice cube to the glass.

   

2. Cocoa di Vine

   The Dutch factory presents a whole collection of "wine chocolate" packed in original tubes and sealed with authentic Portuguese corks.

   The manufacturer claims that wine of different years has a unique taste that is not repeated.

   The light wine contains 14% alcohol and is a good complement to desserts and ice cream.

   The taste is reminiscent of chocolate milk, which is set off by berry, vanilla and fruit notes.

   Serve chilled, can be used as a base for cocktails.

   

3. ChocoVine

   The drink was developed in the Netherlands, but is sold mainly in America. The manufacturer uses a combination of delicate Dutch chocolate and rich French wine.

   In addition to the classic version, ChocoVine produces a drink with bitter chocolate, raspberry, and creamy vanilla flavor. Alcohol content - 14%.

   Wine goes well with ice cream. The creator does not recommend mixing the product with other drinks, but cocktail lovers successfully ignore the warning.

   The taste of wine is similar to the legendary Irish liqueur Baileys.

   

Ways to make "chocolate" alcohol without cocoa

Interestingly, ordinary wine can also acquire an unusual flavor under certain conditions.

1. Using maceration (infusion of wine must on the solid parts of berries), you can get a product with a delicate chocolate or coffee flavor. This is due to the phenolic substances released by the grape seeds and skin.

2. Some grape varieties (cabernet, merlot, sauvignon, etc.) have a light chocolate flavor in themselves.

3. Insisting in an oak barrel that has undergone a special firing can also give the drink the necessary flavor.

And in conclusion, a few options for cooking at home.

A simple recipe for chocolate wine

The easiest way to cook. The drink is consumed warm, has a warming and relaxing effect.

Ingredients

1. Bitter chocolate (cocoa content of at least 65%) - 100 g

2. Dry red wine - 0.5 liters

3. Water - 4 tbsp. spoons

Method of preparation

1. Put chopped chocolate in a container with a thick bottom, pour water.

2. Melt over low heat.

3. Gradually add the wine to the mixture, not forgetting to stir.

4. Keep the resulting drink on the stove for 2-3 minutes until it starts to boil.

An exquisite recipe for chocolate wine

This wine is often offered in the New Year's Eve on European streets. It is recommended to drink from small cups when hot.

Ingredients

1. Dry red wine - 1 liter

2. Water - 2 cups

3. Cocoa powder - 2 tbsp. spoons

4. Sugar - 4 tbsp. spoons

5. Bitter chocolate - 1 bar

6. Cinnamon - ground (2 tsp). spoons) and sticks (2 pcs.)

7. Nutmeg - 1 hour. spoon

8. Zest of one lemon

The method of preparation

1. Dissolve cocoa in warm water.

2. Heat water, add sugar, pre-chopped chocolate, spices, diluted cocoa.

3. Bring to a boil, cook for 3 minutes.

4. Reduce the heat, pour in the wine.

5. Keep it on the stove for 5 minutes, without letting it boil.

Recipe for chocolate wine with milk

A festive recipe for a thick drink with a rich flavor.

Ingredients

1. Skim milk - 1 cup

2. Cognac - 100 ml

3. Cocoa powder - 10 tbsp. spoons

4. Dry red wine - 250 ml

5. Cinnamon - a pinch

6. Egg - 1 pc.

Method of preparation

1. Separate the egg yolk and mix it with milk.

2. Pour in cocoa, beat the mixture with a whisk or mixer.

3. Combine wine and cognac, add cinnamon.

4. Pour the milk and chocolate mixture into the alcohol.

5. Beat the drink to a thick foam.

Update: 07.08.2018

Category: Wine and Vermouth