MARTELL pairing: Thai beef salad
Martell unveils the surprising and beautiful pairing of Martell XO Exclusive Tricentenaire Edition with Southeast Asian food.
We spoke to MARTELL Brand Ambassador Blandine Cochard for her expert recommendation on the perfect congnac to pair with the Asian dish, Thai beef salad.
Why Martell XO Exclusive Tricentenaire Edition is the perfect choice for Thai beef salad?
The prestigious Martell edition offers aromas of ground spice (black pepper, coriander), red berries, rich fig chutney and compote, almonds and walnuts. The mouth is greeted with round and fruity notes (fig and walnut) followed by the characteristic power and finesse of eaux-de-vie from Grande Champagne, with a long and silky finish. Martell XO Exclusive Tricentenaire Edition partners beautifully with the Thai beef salad. Its intense flavours as well as its long finish will perfectly balance the power of the Thai spicy sauce and strong taste of the marinated beef.
One tasting tip to be a connoisseur?
Enjoy Martell XO neat or with a splash of water to release its deep fruity palette. Careful though, the addition of water needs to be done in proportion, as too much water can spoil the experience.
What if I am a cognac novice?
Even though, we highly recommend Martell XO with local food as the perfect pairing, you can also enjoy a less complex cognac such as Martell VSOP. With its gorgeous golden amber colour, and delicate yet strong personality, it represents a great introduction to Martell cognacs. Soft and mellow with notes of fresh fruits and oak wood, it is best to drink it neat.
Blandine Cochard, Brand Ambassador
