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Brandy
Brandy is a distilled spirit made from fermented fruit juice, typically grapes. The name “brandy” comes from the Dutch word “brandewijn,” meaning “burnt wine,” referring to the heating process used in distillation.
History and Origin
Origins: Brandy has been produced since the 16th century, with its roots in the wine regions of Europe. It was initially created as a way to preserve wine for long voyages.
- Popularity in the UK: Historically, the UK has been a significant importer of brandy, particularly French cognac. However, there is a growing interest in producing English brandy.
Production
- Ingredients: Brandy is typically made from grapes, but in the UK, it can also be made from other fruits like apples, pears, and cherries.
- Distillation: The fermented fruit juice is distilled to produce a clear spirit, which is then aged in oak barrels. The aging process imparts colour and complex flavours to the brandy.
Types of Brandy
- Cognac: A type of brandy from the Cognac region of France, known for its strict production regulations and high quality.
- Armagnac: Another French brandy, from the Armagnac region, often considered more rustic and robust than cognac.
- English Brandy: Increasingly popular, English brandy is made from locally grown fruits and aged in various types of oak barrels, giving it unique flavours.
Uses
- Drinking: Brandy is often enjoyed neat, on the rocks, or in cocktails like the Brandy Alexander and Sidecar.
- Cooking: It is also used in cooking to add depth to sauces, desserts, and flambé dishes.
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- Sold outCornish Cider Brandy 70cl 40%£44.80£44.80Unit price / per
- Sold outBrandy Solera Gran Reserva Lustau Finest Selection 70cl 40%£43.25£43.25
£43.25Unit price / per - Janneau Grand Armagnac VSOP 70cl 40%£42.50£42.50Unit price / per
- Sold outHenstone Nonpareil Apple Brandy 5cl 45%£6.65£6.65Unit price / per
- Sold outHenstone Nonpareil Apple Brandy 70cl 45%£37.90£37.90Unit price / per
- Sold outTorres 10 Gran Reserva Imperial Brandy Gift Set 70cl 38%£24.50£24.50Unit price / per
- Sold outLouis Royer Cognac XO 70cl 40%£140.00£140.00
£150.00Unit price / per - Darroze Les Grands Assemblages 8 Year Old Bas - Armagnac 70cl 43%£59.50£59.50Unit price / per
- Darroze Les Grands Assemblages 12 Year Old Bas - Armagnac 70cl 43%£71.50£71.50Unit price / per
- Metaxa 12 Stars 70cl 40%£36.00£36.00
£36.50Unit price / per - Hennessey XO 5cl 40%£22.00£22.00Unit price / per
- Sold outChateau du Breuil Fine Calvados 70cl 40%£37.00£37.00Unit price / per
- Paul John XO Grape Brandy 70cl 46%£103.00£103.00Unit price / per
- Sold outHine Antique XO Cognac 5cl 40%£25.00£25.00Unit price / per
- Jaimei I brandy 70cl 38%£90.25£90.25Unit price / per
- Sold outChateau du Breuil Reserve du Chateau 8 year old 70cl 40%£50.60£50.60
£56.45Unit price / per - Sold outThree Barrels VSOP 5cl 38%£3.10£3.10Unit price / per
- Sold outOsborne Magno Brandy De Jerez Solera Reserva 70cl 36%£25.95£25.95Unit price / per
- Delord 25 Year Old Bas Armagnac 70cl 40%£75.00£75.00Unit price / per
- Brancoveanu VS Vinars Brandy 70cl 40%£30.00£30.00Unit price / per
- Torres 10 Gran Reserva Winter Edition 70cl 38%£24.50£24.50Unit price / per
- Sold outSomerset Cider Brandy 3 year old 70cl 42%£37.75£37.75Unit price / per
- Sold outSomerset Cider Brandy 10 year old 70cl 42%£55.50£55.50Unit price / per
- Sold outPierre Ferrand Cognac The Collection 4 x 10cl£54.60£54.60Unit price / per
- Pierre Ferrand 1840 Original Formula Premier Cru De Cognac 70cl 45%£51.30£51.30Unit price / per
- Sold outPierre Ferand 10 Generations Cru de Cognac 50cl 46%£42.10£42.10Unit price / per
- SaleJean Fillioux Cognac So Elegantissime XO 70cl 41%£110.00£110.00
£115.00Unit price / per - Somerset 5 Year Old Cider Brandy 70cl 42%£43.95£43.95Unit price / per
- Sold outSomerset XO Cider Brandy 50cl 42%£44.45£44.45Unit price / per
- Petit Chien Brun Calvados Pay D'Auge 2016 White Port Cask Finish 70cl 47.8%£74.65£74.65Unit price / per
- Sold outJean Fillioux Cognac XO Grande Reserve 70cl 44%£95.00£95.00Unit price / per
- Avallen Calvados 70cl 40%£41.00£41.00Unit price / per
- Sold outChateau du Breuil Calvados 12 Year Old 41% 70cl£54.60£54.60Unit price / per
- Sold outPere Magloire Calvados XO 50cl 40.0%£60.00£60.00
£60.75Unit price / per - Delord Armagnac VSOP 70cl 40%£41.00£41.00Unit price / per
- Somerset 5 Year Old Cider Brandy 10cl 42%£10.75£10.75Unit price / per