PAX44 Presentation Edition
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The PAX44 Presentation Edition is a unique and commemorative drink inspired by a moment of humanity during World War II. Here are some key details:
- Inspiration: PAX44 is inspired by the exchange of Cognac and chocolate between British and German soldiers during a temporary truce at the Battle of Arnhem in 1944. This rare moment of peace is similar to the Christmas truce football match of 1914.
- Composition: The drink is a blend of VS Cognac, aged for a minimum of eight years, and infused with dark chocolate and raw, fermented cacao nibs. The Cognac is matured in Limousin oak and rested in Port barrels to add complementary flavor tones
- ABV: PAX44 is finished to 44% ABV and comes in 50cl handcrafted bottles.
- Limited Edition: Only 44 bottles of PAX44 have been produced, making it a highly exclusive and collectible item. The bottles are intended for presentation and auction, with proceeds supporting veteran causes through The VC Gallery and the Airborne Museum Hartenstein in Arnhem.
- Packaging: The bottle features a unique seal made from a live .303 round recovered from a garden in Arnhem, adding historical significance to the presentation.
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The Warrior Spirit
In 1944, during the ferocious battle of Arnhem, retreating British paratroopers and a Waffen SS patrol found themselves in a rare and remarkable moment of humanity amid the chaos of war. The sounds of gunfire and explosions echoed through the shattered streets, but in an abandoned home, deep within the most intense battle zone, something extraordinary happened. The two groups of soldiers, adversaries by fate, momentarily ceased their hostilities. In a spontaneous act that transcended the brutality surrounding them, they called for “PAX,” a brief truce amidst the carnage.
Despite the raging conflict outside, the warriors from both sides connected over a simple yet profound gesture. The British Paras, holed up on the upper floors of the building, lowered a bottle of whiskey down to their German counterparts using a rope. In return, the Waffen SS soldiers, stationed on the ground floor, sent up their precious chocolate rations. These small tokens, exchanged between enemies, spoke volumes—of shared humanity, of the yearning for normalcy, even in the darkest of times.
For a brief moment, the abandoned home, surrounded by devastation, became a haven where the soldiers could forget the war and experience a flicker of camaraderie. They were warriors first, but in that fleeting exchange, they became simply men—men who longed for peace, comfort, and a connection that transcended the uniforms they wore. It was a silent acknowledgment of their shared plight, a rare instance where the brutality of war gave way to the enduring spirit of humanity.
As the whiskey and chocolate passed between them, so too did unspoken words of respect and understanding. The truce was short-lived, as the realities of war soon demanded their return to their respective roles as enemies. But for that brief moment, the battle of Arnhem was paused—not by the commands of their superiors, but by the innate warrior spirit that recognized the humanity in one another, even in the midst of war.
The story of this exchange became a symbol of the complex nature of war—a reminder that, even in the most bitter conflicts, there is room for compassion and the possibility of peace. The soldiers who took part in this act of truce were forever marked by it, carrying with them the memory of a moment when the lines of battle blurred, and they were united by a shared humanity that no war could ever fully extinguish.
