The brandy glass has a wide base and narrow top to concentrate the fragrance of the brandy. Brandy was distilled from wine in the 12th century and became popular in the 14th century. The glass was likely invented in the 16th century and can also be used for mixed drinks or as a decoration. Cocktail […]
Brandy snaps are sweet, cylindrical cookies filled with cream and have a brittle, lacy texture. They are made with butter, molasses, sugar, flour, and ginger, and can be filled with various creams. They originated from French cheesecloths and were introduced to America by early settlers. Brandy snaps are sweet or crunchy cookies that are shaped […]
Apricot brandy is a distinctive liqueur made from fermented and distilled apricots, with a complex flavor that can be enjoyed straight or in cocktails. It can be made at home by fermenting mashed apricots with sugar and alcohol for three months. Apricot brandy is a form of brandy made from apricots. Apricots give this liqueur […]
Cognac is a type of brandy produced in a specific region of France, made with specific grape varieties and a prescribed production process. Non-cognac brandies have varying ingredients, production processes, and quality. Brandy was created in the 16th century to conserve space when shipping wine overseas. Since many varieties of cognac and brandy look and […]
Pear brandy, made from pear juice or cider, is distilled and aged in oak containers. Poire William brandy contains a whole pear inside the bottle, grown inside the bottle. It is usually consumed after a meal and can be used in cocktails and desserts. Pear brandy, known in French as eau-de-vie de poire, is a […]
Brandy vinegar is a popular alcoholic cocktail from Cyprus made with brandy, citrus, bitters, and lemonade or soda. It was created in the 1930s for King Farouk of Egypt and has since become the national drink of Cyprus. There are many variations of the recipe, but the traditional version uses brandy imported from Cyprus. A […]
