By Nathan In Between us 8 October 2025 Duration ~ 6 min Guess the Flavors! Tips for a Memorable Tasting Night… 100% at Home What if your living room became tasting HQ? That’s right—no need to book out a bar or queue at the hottest club. With a little planning, your favorite Cristal d’Arques glasses, and your friends, home turns into a true playground for the palate. The secret of a great tasting lies as much in the glassware as in the vibe and the little details that make every sip memorable. Today, we’re sharing all our tips to host a fun, friendly “Guess the Flavors” night. Get ready to surprise your friends—and to discover some unexpected notes! Create the perfect, cozy tasting atmosphere Before you think about flavors, set the scene. The mood is 50% of the pleasure! Our tips for a speakeasy-worthy living room — clandestine atmosphere guaranteed! Dim lighting: say goodbye to harsh spotlights—hello scented candles and soft lamps. Aim for a cocooning, velvety feel: warm, mysterious, 100% comfy. Groovy music: jazz, chill, or lounge that enchants… but skip the “beep-boom-bang” playlist—your taste buds need calm. The challenge glass: the genius move! The Wine Emotions 35 cl glass painted black: impossible to guess the color of the spirit. Maximum suspense, secret-bar vibe, and your guests are already hooked. Remember: the right atmosphere turns a tasting into a memorable experience! Choose your tasting samples with care Want to take your guests’ palates on a trip? Ditch the routine! The key is to mix things up for guaranteed mystery (even without a black glass!). Our lineup to wow the crowd (and spark debate): Woody & smoky notes: perfect for lovers of intense aromas. Exotic & sweet aromas: instant getaway vibes. Aromatic & spicy flavors: the famous “wow!” around the table. Soft, colorful notes: ideal for the curious and fans of surprises. CDA tip: serve each sample in the Ultime 28 cl glass or a model from the Longchamp collection—both designed to awaken aromatic nuances. The perfect way to prove you’re the tasting pro! The “Guess the Flavors” game: the star of the night Showtime! Forget dull tastings—this is the moment your living room becomes an interactive show. You’ll soon discover who has the sharpest palate… and who has the wildest imagination! How it works: Prep: pour each mystery sample into your black-painted Wine Emotions glasses. No color clues. Pure suspense! Scorecards: each guest jots down impressions—be bold, invent flavors (smoky, vanilla, citrus, “forgotten tea bag”?). Reveal & laughs: compare answers. Who knew that spicy aroma hid an exotic sweetness? Enjoy the surprises! The goal? Break the ice, of course—but above all, create memorable stories to retell… until the next party! Little details that change everything (and we always forget) A few simple tricks can take the evening from “nice” to “epic”: Temperature saves the day: make sure every bottle is at the right temperature (chilled or room temp as needed). It’s key to revealing flavor. Tasty nibbles: plan snacks—dried fruit, dark chocolate, a few tapas. The perfect palate break before diving back in. Hydration: yes, drink water! In a pretty tumbler—because we stay chic between tastings. How to pick the perfect glass for each flavor? The glass you choose isn’t trivial—it directly shapes aroma perception. Cristal d’Arques collections give you plenty of options. For intense flavors: the Architecte tumbler—wide for comfortable tasting. For complex notes: the stemmed Swirly glass—your ticket to the tropics! It concentrates spice on the nose. For long drinks: the tall Rendez-Vous tumbler—for fresh, sparkling pleasures. For a chic touch: the Macassar Shooter—for that stylish final sip, “world’s coolest bar” mode. Pro tip: use different glass shapes to see how they change your flavor perception… magic, right? Hosting “Guess the Flavors” at home is a guaranteed success: you’ll laugh, be surprised, and create memories that stick (almost like our Cristal d’Arques glasses!). With the right glassware, a top-tier cozy vibe, and our foolproof tips, every sip becomes an event. It’s a chance to discover new flavors and share a warm moment with friends. So, what are you waiting for? Time to go all in. Glasses at the ready… taste! May the best (and luckiest) guest earn the title of Tasting Master of the night! FAQs — Because everyone has questions 1. How many spirits per person? For a 2–3 hour evening, 3 to 5 spirits is ideal. More than that and your palate (and memory) might check out. Keep taste buds engaged, not overloaded. 2. Cocktails or neat pours? For the “Guess the Flavors” game, serve neat or with a very light dilution. Save cocktails as a bonus finale to reward the bold. 3. How not to mix up glasses? Use identical, numbered glasses plus a tasting card for each detective. 4. Do we need a sommelier or expert? Not at all! With friends, fun is the best expert. The goal is pleasure and discovery. 5. Can we adapt this for kids or non-alcoholic drinks? Absolutely! The game works just as well with mocktails or juices. The playful, convivial spirit is the same. 6. Where can we buy Cristal d’Arques glasses? Directly on La Table d’Arc, or at most major retailers, specialty shops, and partner resellers.
