Little Red Door

Little Red Door is a local bar in Paris that is full of petty bourgeoisie atmosphere. As soon as you enter the door, you will see a row of different kinds of wine next to the main counter. The variety is simply dazzling.

Last year in Paris, I didn't get to try Litte Red Door. After many twists and turns this year, I finally got to try it. It was definitely worth the trip!! I arrived late the first day, and there was a notice on the door saying they were closed due to technical issues. The next day, I didn't leave until after 11:00 AM. I waited for a table and had four drinks. It was a delight. The Welcome Drink container looks a lot like a Jianzhan (a traditional Chinese tea), which makes me like it +1. The drink has a plum wine-like body, but unlike some other popular plum wines. The plum and alcohol seem separate, blending seamlessly. It's soft and has a tea-like aroma. Let me start with my favorite drink, the Vieux Frère P2. This drink is served in a Fizz glass, and the bartender is literally peeling a grapefruit. The top layer of foam is made from grapefruit and oil droplets. I think they have a homogenizer. The foam is incredibly fine and delicate. I recommend this for experimenters. The aroma is like peeling a grapefruit yourself: fresh and slightly bitter. The whole experience is incredibly simulated, and the bottom layer of wine recreates chewing on the icy flesh of a grapefruit. It's like the refreshing feeling of suddenly jumping into a swimming pool under a sunny sky. But it's not harsh. The bubbles and the alcohol together feel like they're zipping through a grapefruit, quite captivating. For my first two drinks, I ordered the Lou Mandrin and the Squash Squash P1. The Lou Mandrin bartender recommended a hot version, so I opted for it as a novelty. Initial aromas of pepper and green apple are present, followed by a walnut flavor. It's not overpowering, and the nutty flavor is just right, giving it a warm, chocolatey feel without being overly sweet. When hot, it's smooth, not alcoholic, with a slightly bitter, herbal finish. It's perfect for drinking quickly. When it cools, the brandy flavors surge through. I enjoy hot cocktails; the combination sounds conflicting, but it's complex and intense. The Squash Squash, while advertised, contains pumpkin, but I couldn't taste it. The glass shape is similar to a water-cut version, and the VSOP version is super smooth. The secret seasoning gives it a refreshing aroma. The thin slices on top resemble fruit leather with chia seeds. Wonderful. The first two drinks were excellent, and the bartender enjoyed discussing his new journey in making drinks. I ordered a Pendennis Club. I saw it was apricot flavored, and I really didn't like it. I think it was all due to the Sapphire Gin. They added a lot of artificial flavoring to mask the gin's aroma. I told the bartender I didn't like it. He asked if I liked any other fruits, and I said yuzu, which was on the menu. He poured me a little yuzu liqueur, which sounded good and I wanted to try it. He then offered me a drink. That day, my favorite Vieux Frère, it was fantastic.