Harveys Bristol Cream Solera Sherry, 1L

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In 1895, Harvey’s Bristol Cream received a Royal Warrant from Queen Victoria, which can only be granted after a company has become a regular supplier to the royal household. With this stamp of approval, warrant holders can proudly display the royal coat of arms on their products. Harvey’s Bristol Cream was the only Spanish product permitted to display the seal at this time. Harvey’s was a favorite of the late Queen Elizabeth. From 1970 onwards Harveys began investing heavily in the region of Jerez, purchasing top quality vineyards and bodegas and building a bottling plant including the latest technology. All production and distribution of sherry for world markets is now centred in Jerez. Only wine produced in the area of Jerez, southern Spain can be called sherry. Sherry trade between England and Jerez has existed since the 1100s. Harveys was founded in 1796 in the city of Bristol, England. At that time sherry was transported by ship in oak casks and then blended in Bristol. Best served chilled - perfect when 'Harveys' turns blue. Serve chilled in a wine glass, or over ice with a slice of orange, or mix with 2 parts lemonade over ice with slices of fruit Units

The beloved Bristol Cream is the result of an intricate blend containing sherries from over 30 barrels, at various ages. But what really makes this recipe one-of-a-kind is that it’s made from four different styles of sherry including Pedro Ximenez, oloroso, amontillado, and fino. Harvey’s Bristol Cream is a well-decorated sherry. Despite being produced in Spain’s renowned sherry wine region of Jerez, Harvey’s has a uniquely British identity. When the company was first established in 1796, the sherry was imported to Britain before being blended at a facility on the now-historic Denmark street in Bristol, England. Harvey’s Bristol Cream is a special recipe.

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Serve chilled in a wine glass, or over ice with a slice of orange, or mix with 2 parts lemonade over ice with slices of fruit. Preparation and Usage

The heyday of sherry may be behind us, but this famous blend by Harvey’s has remained a timeless icon. Amped to learn more about this legendary sherry? Then read on to learn nine cool facts about Harvey’s Bristol Cream. The Harvey name was established after the company. After being trademarked, Harvey’s Bristol Cream gained popularity worldwide. This allowed it to be sold on a massive scale globally, forever changing the sherry industry by creating a new category, aptly named cream sherry. Harvey’s Bristol Cream received a royal honor.Harvey’s is no stranger to awards — and this is especially true for its Bristol Cream. The nutty, caramel-forward sherry has won several international awards, including Commended International Wine Challenge award in both 2014 and 2016. The sherry placed at the 2015 International Wine & Spirits Competition and International Wine Challenge, where it was awarded bronze medals. The Bristol Cream blend was named by a customer. A distinctive mingling of four different sherries from the 'Solera' of casks of different ages Serving Suggestions Harveys Bristol Cream was created in the company’s cellars in the 1880s by John Harvey II and his brother Edward. An aristocratic lady who was visiting the cellars was sampling Harveys Bristol Milk. She was asked to try the new, finer and richer blend. “If that is Milk, then this must be Cream” she declared on tasting the new blend, and Bristol Cream it has been ever since.