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Brandy

The word brandy comes from a Dutch word, brandewijn, meaning burnt wine. Brandy usually refers to distilled wine just as whisky is essentially distilled ale. Initially brandy would have been what we would think of as an eaux-de-vie, an unaged spirit, but it was noted how long storage in oak could create something special. Nowadays the word ‘brandy’ usually refers to an aged spirit. The most famous varieties of brandy both come from France: Cognac to the north of the city of Bordeaux, and Armagnac in the south west of the country. The other notable brandy superpowers are Spain, most notably with Brandy de Jerez from the sherry region, and South Africa. You will also find fine brandies from Armenia, Italy, Georgia, Germany, America, and Greece in the form of Metaxa which is flavoured with wine and herbs. Wherever wine is made, you will find brandy.

In addition to grape brandies, there are also fruit brandies, the most notable of which is Calvados which is made from apples in Normandy. Many so-called fruit brandies, however, are made from a mixture of fruit, sugar and neutral alcohol rather than distilled from fruit so are labelled as liqueurs.

Whichever fruit is used to make the brandy, producers will crush and ferment it to create a wine or cider. Distillation usually takes place in a two-stage batch process as in Cognac but in some regions such as Armagnac a short column is more traditional. Ageing usually takes place in a mixture of old and new barrels so that the wood flavour doesn’t become too strong. Traditionally European oak would be used but some producers are experimenting with American or even Japanese oak as well as cask finishes. Most will be diluted and sometimes sweetened before bottling.

Château de Montifaud XO

70cl, 40%
Château de Montifaud

Well-aged Petite Champagne Cognac from Château de Montifaud, a house which has been owned by the Vallet family since the 19th century.  More info

Château de Montifaud XO
2
$75.75
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Oude Molen VS Cape Brandy

70cl, 40%
Oude Molen

This South African brandy comes to us from the Oude Molen Distillery in Elgin, which produces a host of expressions, starting with the VS. South African VS brandies have to be matured for at least…  More info

Oude Molen VS Cape Brandy
1
$30.56

Ferrand 10 Générations - Port Cask Finish

50cl, 44%
Pierre Ferrand

A limited edition of the Grand Champagne 10 Générations Cognac from Ferrand. This expression has been double matured in French oak and Port casks, with plenty of delicious, wintry fruit and spices…  More info

Ferrand 10 Générations - Port Cask Finish
$44.85

Baron de Sigognac VSOP

70cl, 40%
Baron de Sigognac

This complex, balanced VSOP Armagnac won a Silver Medal at the International Spirit Challenge in London 2004. This was aged for 6 months in new oak before 7 years in old oak. A fine digestif from top…  More info

Baron de Sigognac VSOP
1
$37.75

Hermitage 40 Year Old Grande Champagne Cognac

70cl, 44%
Hermitage

Know someone who's got a 40th birthday coming up and want to get them something really special (even if it's a self-gift)? Hermitage has the perfect thing - a 40 year old Cognac from the revered…  More info

Hermitage 40 Year Old Grande Champagne Cognac
3
$295.84

Jules Clairon Napoleon Brandy 1.5l

150cl, 36%
Jules Clairon

A French brandy from the Jules Clairon brand, presented in a magnum-sized bottle. A good choice for keeping on your back-bar in case cocktails are called for.  More info

Jules Clairon Napoleon Brandy 1.5l
$35.56

Seignette VS Cognac

70cl, 40%
Seignette

Seignette VS Cognac was launched by Sazerac as a contemporary homage to the Seignette Cognac that dates back 200 years! A versatile expression, suitable for sipping neat, but it's almost at home used…  More info

Seignette VS Cognac
3
$30.60

Frapin VSOP Cognac

70cl, 40%
Frapin

An exceptional VSOP Grande Champagne Cognac made by the House of Frapin, blended with eaux-de-vie made of the grapes from Frapin's large estate in France. The maturation period of the Cognac gives…  More info

Frapin VSOP Cognac
3
$57.90

Frapin Château de Fontpinot XO Cognac

70cl, 41%
Frapin

Single estate XO Cognac from Frapin, one of the most well respected Cognac houses in the Grande Champagne region. Floral and fruit filled with a rich, long finish, the XO is well balanced and…  More info

Frapin Château de Fontpinot XO Cognac
2
$137.73
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Hine Antique XO Premier Cru

70cl, 40%
Hine

A new addition to the Hine range, the classic Antique is now "Premier Cru". Before it was a Fine Champagne (a blend of cognacs from both the Grande and Petite Champagne regions) now it is just…  More info

Hine Antique XO Premier Cru
4
$160.13
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Gran Duque D'Alba XO

70cl, 40%
Williams & Humbert

Gran Duque D'Alba XO is a long-aged grape brandy from Spanish producer Williams & Humbert that was aged in a solera for over 12 years which use American oak ex-sherry butts. The brandy is then…  More info

Gran Duque D'Alba XO
$66.26

Tesseron Lot No. 53 XO Cognac

70cl, 40%
Tesseron

From the Tesseron range of well-aged Cognac comes the Lot N° 53 XO, a blend of Tesseron's most sublime stocks of Grande Champagne Cognac. The depth and finesse of this Tesseron has been widely…  More info

Tesseron Lot No. 53 XO Cognac
3
$300.98

Three Barrels VSOP

70cl, 38%
Three Barrels

A family owned brand, this VSOP brandy is handmade and offers flavours of walnut, almond and dried fruits. Good value for money.  More info

Three Barrels VSOP
2
$21.79
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François Voyer VS Cognac

70cl, 40%
François Voyer

A delicious entry level VS Cognac from François Voyer, perfect if you fancy getting to know the expressions from this Grande Champagne Cognac house. They use Ugni Blanc grapes and mature their Cognac…  More info

François Voyer VS Cognac
1
$37.18

H by Hine VSOP Gift Pack with 2x Glasses

70cl, 40%
Hine

A gift pack from the brilliant Hine, packed with a bottle of its H by Hine VSOP Cognac and two Hine Ball glasses! See what they did there? For making a Highball with... Oh, you got it. Never mind.  More info

H by Hine  VSOP Gift Pack with 2x Glasses
$43.82

Hine Bonneuil 2008

70cl, 42.7%
Hine

A single estate Grande Champagne Cognac from legendary Cognac house Hine. The 2008 vintage Bonneuil was drawn from just 16 refill French oak barrels, so this bottling will provide a rare opportunity…  More info

Hine Bonneuil 2008
$90.75

Maxime Trijol VS

70cl, 40%
Maxime Trijol

A vibrant, balanced Cognac, Maxime Trijol VS offers up delicious fruity, floral notes - possibly the most summery Cognac you'll ever try.  More info

Maxime Trijol VS
3
$35.96

Bache Gabrielsen XO Fine Champagne

70cl, 40%
Bache Gabrielsen

The XO expression from Bache-Gabrielsen, made using a blend of well-aged eaux-de-vie from both the Grande and Petite Champagne regions. Delicious after-dinner drinking here, and might just make a…  More info

Bache Gabrielsen XO Fine Champagne
2
$73.40

Vecchia Romagna Riserva Tre Botti

70cl, 40.8%
Vecchia Romagna

From Vecchia Romagna comes Riserva Tre Botti, a blend of brandies aged in three different cask types. There's French oak barriques, Slavonian oak casks and barrels which previously held Italian red…  More info

Vecchia Romagna Riserva Tre Botti
1
$48.96
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Somerset Royal 3 Year Old Cider Brandy

70cl, 42%
Somerset Cider Brandy Co.

3 year old cider brandy from the glorious county of Somerset, made entirely with Somerset apple. After maturing in oak casks, this brandy has taken on a bouquet of fragrant, floral notes with a hint…  More info

Somerset Royal 3 Year Old Cider Brandy
$32.90

Hine Bonneuil 2010

70cl, 42.1%
Hine

Hine's Bonneuil Series continues with this 2010 vintage, made with grapes from the 80 hectare Bonneuil estate! The maison noted that 2010 was a particularly impressive vintage, and just 450 bottles…  More info

Hine Bonneuil 2010
$95.14
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Sullivans Cove 9 Year Old (That Boutique-y Brandy Company)

50cl, 66.5%
Sullivans Cove

Sullivans Cove in Tasmania has a track record of spectacular whiskies, and is set to go the same route with its brandies. Here, That Boutique-y Whisky Brandy Company has bottled this tremendous…  More info

Sullivans Cove 9 Year Old (That Boutique-y Brandy Company)
$163.19
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Delamain Collection Révélation - Pléiade (cask N°707-03)

70cl, 44.3%
Delamain

A glorious Grande Champagne Cognac from Delamain. The Pléiade series showcases some of the rarer gems from its cellars, which are bottled up unblended due to their exceptional character. This single…  More info

Delamain Collection Révélation - Pléiade (cask N°707-03)
$186.42
$179.56

Bardinet VSOP Brandy

70cl, 36%
Bardinet

From the historic French spirit producer, Bardinet comes this classic VSOP brandy. Traditionally distilled and matured in oak casks, this has a mellow, aromatic character, good for sipping and…  More info

Bardinet VSOP Brandy
1
$16.57

Sempé 18 Year Old Bas Armagnac

70cl, 40%
Le Club Des Marques

A well-aged Bas Armagnac from Sempé. Matured in oak barrels, the fresh fruit notes have been tempered by the oak, making for a mellow expression, ideal for sipping on a cold winter's evening.  More info

Sempé 18 Year Old Bas Armagnac
$56.06

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