What is Cava?
Cava is a Spanish sparkling wine that is made in the same way as Champagne. It is made from a blend of grapes, including Macabeo, Parellada, and Xarel-lo. Cava is typically dry, with a crisp, refreshing taste.
Is Cava Healthy?
Cava is a good source of antioxidants, which can help to protect your cells from damage. It is also a low-calorie drink, with only about 100 calories per glass.
However, Cava does contain alcohol, so it is important to drink it in moderation. The recommended daily limit for alcohol is one drink per day for women and two drinks per day for men.
How to Order Cava
When you order Cava, you can choose from a variety of styles, including:
* **Brut:** This is the driest style of Cava, with no added sugar.
* **Extra Brut:** This is a very dry style of Cava, with even less sugar than Brut.
* **Sec:** This is a semi-sweet style of Cava, with a little bit of sugar added.
* **Demi-Sec:** This is a sweet style of Cava, with more sugar added than Sec.
* **Doux:** This is the sweetest style of Cava, with the most sugar added.
You can also choose from a variety of brands of Cava. Some of the most popular brands include:
* **Freixenet**
* **Codorniu**
* **Segura Viudas**
How to Enjoy Cava
Cava can be enjoyed on its own or with food. It is a great aperitif, and it also pairs well with seafood, poultry, and cheese.
Here are a few tips for enjoying Cava:
* Serve Cava chilled, between 45 and 50 degrees Fahrenheit.
* Pour Cava into a flute or coupe glass.
* Hold the glass by the stem to avoid warming the wine.
* Sip Cava slowly and savor the flavor.
Kind regards T. Willburn.
