And, like most major categories of spirits, there are a variety of different styles to choose from. Produced by a family that has been distilling since 1530, the brandy’s base is the aromatic muscat of Alexandria grape, grown high up in the Andes and naturally fermented for a wildly perfumed nose.īrandy, put simply, is a spirit distilled from fruit. This bottle from distiller Dan Farber strikes the perfect balance between sweet and tart.īest South American: Singani 63 at Drizly Made by bartenders for bartenders, this copper pot-distilled brandy is excellent for sipping and mixing.īest for Sipping: Camus XO Borderies at Drizlyīright, floral aromas come through in this brandy, but the palate is far more wintery, fruity, round and mellow.īest Apple Brandy: Osocalis Apple Brandy at Drizly This cognac is clean and smooth, like orange sherbet, with a bit of spice and bracing heat at the end. This multi-vintage blend is intensely floral and delicate with notes of cedar and coconut.īest for Summer: Augier L’Océanique at The Whiskey Exchangeīlonde in color and snappy, spicy and salty in flavor, it will even appeal to tequila fans and is perfect for summer sipping. The artisanal brandy is richer, more rustic, more textural-and less industrial-than its better-known competitor, cognac. It's a blend of over 100 eaux-de-vie, aged for up to 30 years in young barrels, which impart their oak character to the spirit.īest Armagnac: Darroze 40 Year Les Grand Assemblages at The Whiskey Exchange The oloroso barrels add nutty, cherry-rich roundness to their excellent, terroir-driven brandy. Best Overall: Philbert Rare Cask Sherry Finish at Drizly
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