Cocktails with Brandy
Brandy is a spirit distilled from wine or fermented fruit juice. While cognac is the most famous, brandies are produced worldwide with varying character.
4 drinks with brandy
What it tastes like
- aroma
- Grape, Oak, Vanilla, Dried fruit
- taste
- Fruity, Warm, Oak, Sweet
- finish
- Warming, Fruit, Medium to long
History
Brandy derives from the Dutch 'brandewijn' (burnt wine), referring to distillation. It has been produced since the 12th century to preserve wine and reduce shipping volume. Spanish, Italian, and American brandies offer alternatives to French cognac.