Cream Sherry: A Forgotten Taste Worth Rediscovering
This article explores the decline and potential revival of cream sherry, a fortified wine often associated with older generations and outdated British traditions. While other sherry varieties like fino, amontillado, and Pedro Ximénez have gained popularity among younger drinkers for their affordability and complexity, cream sherry struggles with a reputation as a 'gran's tipple' from the 1970s. The piece explains that the name refers to the drink's superior mouthfeel rather than dairy content and highlights its historical roots in Victorian tastes. Despite falling sales, the author argues that cream sherry is balanced, versatile, and pairs well with cheese, desserts, or tonic. The article recommends specific brands such as Harveys Bristol Cream, Matusalem by Gonzalez Byass, Tesco Finest, Sainsbury's Sweet Pale Cream, and Lustau East India Solera as options for consumers looking to rediscover this classic beverage.
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Cream Sherry: A Forgotten Taste Worth Rediscovering
This article explores the decline and potential revival of cream sherry, a fortified wine often associated with older generations and outdated British traditions. While other sherry varieties like fino, amontillado, and Pedro Ximénez have gained popularity among younger drinkers for their affordability and complexity, cream sherry struggles with a reputation as a 'gran's tipple' from the 1970s. The piece explains that the name refers to the drink's superior mouthfeel rather than dairy content and highlights its historical roots in Victorian tastes. Despite falling sales, the author argues that cream sherry is balanced, versatile, and pairs well with cheese, desserts, or tonic. The article recommends specific brands such as Harveys Bristol Cream, Matusalem by Gonzalez Byass, Tesco Finest, Sainsbury's Sweet Pale Cream, and Lustau East India Solera as options for consumers looking to rediscover this classic beverage.
The Guardian