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Carlos I Incl. Box
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Carlos I Incl. Box
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At Drankenshop Broekmans, Carlos I is introduced first and foremost as a Spanish brandy with a clear, unfussy identity. The name carries the bottle confidently, while its Spanish origin gives the product its main point of reference.
Bottled at 40% alcohol, Carlos I sits within the familiar world of brandy without needing an elaborate technical story. It is a straightforward choice for customers specifically looking for a Spanish brandy under a recognisable name.
No specific tasting notes are provided for Carlos I in the supplied product information. For that reason, the tasting description remains limited to the confirmed details: a Spanish brandy bottled at 40% alcohol.Carlos I Imperial XO 15y Incl. Box
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Carlos I Imperial XO 15y Incl. Box
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In stockCarlos I Imperial XO 15y is a Spanish brandy with a clear sense of positioning: an XO release carrying a 15-year age statement. That immediately gives the bottle a more mature identity within the brandy category, without needing to rely on unnecessary embellishment.
At Drankenshop Broekmans, we see this as the kind of brandy that suits customers looking for a Spanish expression with a little more depth and age behind it. The Imperial XO 15y name already sets the tone: this is a bottle to pour with attention, rather than something chosen casually.
Bottled at 40% alcohol, it keeps a classic presentation. Its interest lies in the combination of Spanish origin, XO designation and the 15 years stated on the label.
No specific tasting notes were (…)Torres 20y Hors D'Age Incl. Box
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Torres 20y Hors D'Age Incl. Box
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Torres 20y Hors D'Age is a Spanish brandy where the name immediately points towards age and patience. The 20y reference and the Hors D'Age wording place the emphasis on a more mature style of brandy, with time as the central idea behind the bottle.
At Drankenshop Broekmans, this is the kind of Spanish brandy we would introduce to someone looking for a bottle with a clear, serious identity rather than a long technical explanation. The essentials speak plainly: Torres, Spain, 40% alcohol, and a presentation built around age.
It is a brandy to approach slowly, more suited to a quiet glass or the end of a meal than to a hurried serve. More information about the brand can be found at https://www.torres.es/
No detailed tasting notes are provided in (…)Antinori Brandy
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Antinori Brandy
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Antinori Brandy is an Italian brandy from Antinori, bottled at 42% alcohol. The available information is concise, but it gives the bottle a clear identity: an Italian brandy where the Antinori name is the central point of interest.
At Drankenshop Broekmans, this is the kind of bottle that tends to attract customers looking specifically for Antinori or for a brandy with an Italian origin. With only the last bottles remaining, it has become a more limited reference in our current selection.
For someone choosing a brandy by origin, producer name and a firm 42% bottling strength, Antinori Brandy offers a straightforward and recognisable option.
No detailed tasting notes have been provided for Antinori Brandy. For that reason, no specific aromas, (…)Ararat 10y Akhtamar
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Ararat 10y Akhtamar
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Ararat 10y Akhtamar is an Armenian brandy built around a clear age statement. The ten-year indication gives this bottle a more considered position than a young, straightforward brandy, making it a spirit to approach with a little time and attention.
At Drankenshop Broekmans, it stands out for customers looking beyond the most familiar brandy origins. Armenia is the central point here, with Ararat as the brand and Akhtamar as the named 10-year-old release.
Bottled at 40% alcohol, it keeps a classic presentation. Its appeal lies in that straightforward identity: Armenian brandy, ten years old, under the Ararat Akhtamar name.
No specific tasting notes are provided for Ararat 10y Akhtamar. The available product details identify it as a 10-year-old (…)-
Webshop Giftcard/Cadeau
Webshop Giftcard/Cadeau
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A party is coming up soon and you don't want to arrive empty-handed, but the present should of course also look a bit festive. Recognizable? That's what makes this accessory gift box the perfect choice!
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Ararat 10y Dvin Collection Reserve
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Ararat 10y Dvin Collection Reserve
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Ararat 10y Dvin Collection Reserve is an Armenian brandy with a more assertive profile. The 10-year age statement places it in a mature style of brandy, while the 50% alcohol strength suggests a bottling with real presence rather than a lighter, easy-going approach.
At Drankenshop Broekmans, we would present this as a bottle for someone who enjoys brandy with a firmer stance in the glass. Its Armenian origin, the Ararat name and the Dvin Collection Reserve designation all point towards a brandy built around maturity, structure and a more serious drinking moment.
This is the kind of bottle to pour slowly and give time, especially when the strength and age of a brandy are part of what you want to explore.
No detailed tasting notes are supplied (…)Ararat 20y Nairi Incl. Box
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Ararat 20y Nairi Incl. Box
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Ararat 20y Nairi is an Armenian brandy where the age statement immediately gives the bottle its direction. The 20-year indication places it among the more mature releases from Ararat, with the name Nairi giving this expression its own identity.
At Drankenshop Broekmans, we would introduce this as a brandy for someone looking beyond a straightforward younger bottle and towards something with a clear sense of age. It comes from Armenia, carries the Ararat name, and is bottled at 40%, keeping the presentation calm and familiar.
No specific tasting notes have been provided for Ararat 20y Nairi. For that reason, we do not add aromas, flavours or finish descriptions that are not supported by the available product information.
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Ararat 5y Incl. Box
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Ararat 5y is an Armenian brandy with a clear five-year age statement. That detail gives the bottle an immediate point of reference for anyone who likes to understand how long a brandy has been matured before bottling.
At Drankenshop Broekmans, we see Ararat 5y as a good introduction to brandy from a less everyday origin. The focus here is firmly on Armenia and the Ararat name, giving the bottle its own identity among brandies.
Bottled at 40% alcohol, it stays within a classic brandy strength. A straightforward Armenian brandy for those who want to explore Ararat through a five-year-old expression.
No specific tasting notes have been provided for Ararat 5y. Based on the available information, it can be described accurately as a five-year-old (…)Ararat 6y
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Ararat 6y
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Ararat 6y introduces Armenian brandy in a clear, straightforward way. The name points to six years of ageing, giving this bottle a defined position rather than presenting it only by country of origin. It is an Armenian brandy bottled at 40% alcohol.
At Drankenshop Broekmans, we see this as a good choice for customers who want to explore brandy beyond the most familiar origins. Ararat is the key name here, with a release that is easy to place and clearly marked by its age statement.
The fact that these are the last bottles adds a little extra relevance. Not as a loud limited-edition story, but simply as a six-year-old Armenian brandy that is worth considering while it is still on the shelf.
No specific tasting notes were supplied for Ararat 6y. (…)Asbach Freiheitsbrand 1989
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Asbach Freiheitsbrand 1989
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Asbach Freiheitsbrand 1989 is a German brandy with a clear point of reference: the distillate dates from 1989. That single year gives the bottle its identity and sets it apart from a more anonymous brandy without a dated background.
At Drankenshop Broekmans, we see this as the kind of bottle that attracts customers who enjoy a spirit with a specific time marker. The Asbach name, the German origin and the 1989 distillation date do most of the talking here. At 41% alcohol, the presentation remains straightforward and focused.
As these are the last bottles, availability is naturally limited. That makes Asbach Freiheitsbrand 1989 a particularly relevant choice for anyone looking for a German brandy with a clearly dated character.
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Asbach Uralt 15y Tube Incl.
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Asbach Uralt 15y is a German brandy where the age statement immediately sets the tone. The 15-year indication gives this Asbach bottling a clear sense of maturity, presented in a straightforward and uncluttered way.
At Drankenshop Broekmans, we see this as the kind of brandy that speaks to customers looking for a matured spirit with a recognisable name and a defined origin. Bottled at 40% ABV, it sits firmly within the brandy category without needing an overly technical story around it.
Additional information about the brand can be found at https://www.asbach.de/
No detailed tasting notes are included in the supplied data for Asbach Uralt 15y. The available information identifies it as a German brandy from Asbach, aged 15 years and bottled at (…)Asbach Uralt 3y
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Asbach Uralt 3y
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Asbach Uralt 3y is a German brandy from Asbach, bottled at 36% alcohol and presented with a 3-year indication in its name. At Drankenshop Broekmans, it stands out as a clear choice for customers looking beyond the more familiar brandy origins and wanting something specifically German.
Its appeal lies in that straightforward identity: Asbach as the producer, Germany as the country of origin, and a concise 3-year statement that places the bottle clearly within the brandy category. It is a focused, uncomplicated expression rather than a product that relies on elaborate claims.
Additional information about the brand can be found at https://www.asbach.de/
No specific tasting notes have been provided for Asbach Uralt 3y. For that reason, we do not (…)Asbach Uralt Privat Brandy 8y Tube Incl.
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Asbach Uralt Privat Brandy 8y Tube Incl.
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Asbach Uralt Privat Brandy 8y is a German brandy from Asbach with a clear eight-year age statement. That gives the bottle a defined sense of place within the brandy category: this is not presented as a vague or anonymous spirit, but as an aged expression with its own straightforward identity.
At Drankenshop Broekmans, we see this as an interesting choice for customers looking beyond the more familiar brandy origins. The German provenance, the Asbach name and the 40% strength keep the presentation clean and recognisable, without needing unnecessary embellishment.
Additional information about Asbach can be found at https://www.asbach.de/
No detailed tasting notes have been supplied for Asbach Uralt Privat Brandy 8y. The available information does (…)Asbach Uralt Selection 21y
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Asbach Uralt Selection 21y
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Asbach Uralt Selection 21y is a German brandy where the age statement immediately gives the bottle its weight. A 21-year selection naturally places the emphasis on time, patience and maturation, presented without unnecessary decoration.
At Drankenshop Broekmans, this Asbach stands out as a mature brandy for customers looking beyond everyday releases. With its German origin, 40% alcohol strength and the indication that only the last bottles remain, it has the feel of a bottle to consider while it is still available.
Additional information about the brand can be found at https://www.asbach.de/
No specific tasting notes were provided for Asbach Uralt Selection 21y. For that reason, the tasting description remains deliberately factual: this is a (…)Cardenal Mendoza Solera Gran Reserva
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Cardenal Mendoza Solera Gran Reserva
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Cardenal Mendoza Solera Gran Reserva is a Spanish brandy with a very clear identity. The name itself places the emphasis on Cardenal Mendoza and on the Solera Gran Reserva designation, giving the bottle a traditional, well-defined presence within the brandy category.
At Drankenshop Broekmans, this is the kind of bottle we would introduce to someone specifically looking for Spanish brandy with a recognisable name and a straightforward sense of place. Bottled at 40% alcohol, it keeps to a familiar strength for this style of spirit.
Additional information about the brand can be found at https://www.cardenalmendoza.com/en/
No detailed tasting notes are included in the available data for Cardenal Mendoza Solera Gran Reserva. For that reason, the (…)Carlos I 130 Anniversary Solera Gran Reserva
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Carlos I 130 Anniversary Solera Gran Reserva
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Carlos I 130 Anniversary Solera Gran Reserva is a Spanish brandy with a clear commemorative angle. The name points to a 130th Anniversary release within the Carlos I range, with Solera Gran Reserva forming an important part of its identity.
Its limited nature is one of the main reasons this bottle stands out. A total of 2000 bottles were produced, and the remaining availability is now down to the last bottles. At Drankenshop Broekmans, it sits well among the more distinctive Spanish brandies for customers who enjoy discovering a specific limited release rather than a standard bottling.
Bottled at 45%, this Carlos I carries a firm presence, although no detailed tasting notes are provided in the available product information. The appeal here lies in the Spanish (…)Carlos I 1520 Incl. Box
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Carlos I 1520 Incl. Box
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Carlos I 1520 is a Spanish brandy from the Carlos brand, bottled at 41.1% ABV. The available product details are deliberately limited, so the focus naturally falls on the name itself: Carlos I 1520 has a classic, composed and understated feel.
Within the brandy range at Drankenshop Broekmans, this is a bottle for customers looking specifically for Spanish brandy with a clear brand identity. The 41.1% strength gives it a little more presence than the common 40% level, without adding flavour claims that are not supported by the supplied information.
No specific tasting notes have been provided for Carlos I 1520. For that reason, we do not describe aromas, flavours, mouthfeel or finish that are not explicitly present in the supplied data. The confirmed (…)Carlos I Amontillado Incl. Box
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Carlos I Amontillado Incl. Box
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Carlos I Amontillado is a Spanish brandy from Carlos, with the Amontillado reference taking a clear place in its name. Bottled at 40.3% alcohol, it stays close to the familiar strength of classic brandy while carrying a slightly more individual identity.
At Drankenshop Broekmans, we would present this bottle with a bit of care: the supplied details are limited, but the Spanish origin, the Carlos I name and the Amontillado indication give it a clear point of interest for customers looking specifically in that direction.
No specific tasting notes have been supplied for Carlos I Amontillado, so we will not add invented aromas, flavours or finish descriptions. The confirmed details are that this is a Spanish brandy from Carlos, bottled at 40.3% alcohol, with (…)Carlos I Pedro Ximenez Incl. Box
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Carlos I Pedro Ximenez Incl. Box
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Carlos I Pedro Ximenez is a Spanish brandy from Carlos, carrying a name that immediately gives it a clear identity. The Pedro Ximenez mention makes this bottling stand out for customers looking specifically within the Spanish brandy category.
At Drankenshop Broekmans, we would place it among those brandies that are chosen for their origin, name and style indication rather than for a long list of technical details. With an alcoholic strength of 40.3%, it presents itself as a serious Spanish brandy, while the available product data keeps the focus on the essentials: Carlos I Pedro Ximenez, from Spain, in the brandy category.
No specific tasting notes have been supplied for Carlos I Pedro Ximenez. For that reason, no aromas, flavours or finish are described (…)Early Landed Brandy 1993 28y Tb (Thompson Brothers Blend)
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Early Landed Brandy 1993 28y Tb (Thompson Brothers Blend)
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Early Landed Brandy 1993 28y Tb is a French brandy bottled by Thompson Brothers, with the kind of detail that immediately gives it specialist appeal. Distilled in 1993 and aged for 28 years, it carries a clear sense of time and selection rather than the feel of a standard, large-scale release.
Its small scale is central to its character as a product. This is a single cask bottling, released at cask strength at 48.5%, with only 190 bottles produced. That makes it a very focused bottling: one cask, one long maturation, one limited release.
At Drankenshop Broekmans, bottlings like this are valued for the story they bring to the shelf. This Thompson Brothers brandy is especially interesting for customers who appreciate mature spirits with a clear provenance and a (…)Fundador Doble Madera
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Fundador Doble Madera
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Fundador Doble Madera is a Spanish brandy from Fundador, bottled at 36% alcohol. It is a familiar name within Spanish brandy, the kind of bottle customers often recognise when they are looking for something straightforward from an established brand.
At Drankenshop Broekmans, this sits in the range as a dependable choice for those specifically interested in Fundador or Spanish brandy. Availability is now limited, as these are the last bottles in our current selection.
No specific tasting notes have been provided for Fundador Doble Madera, so we will not add aromas, flavours or finish descriptions that are not supported by the available product information.
What can be stated with certainty is that this is a Spanish brandy from Fundador, bottled (…)Fundador Triple Madera
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Fundador Triple Madera
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Fundador Triple Madera is a Spanish brandy from Fundador, bottled at 38%. The name immediately places Triple Madera at the centre of its identity, pointing to a wood-focused style, although the available product data does not specify the cask types or maturation details.
At Drankenshop Broekmans, this sits naturally among Spanish brandies for customers who appreciate a recognised name such as Fundador. With only the last bottles remaining, it is also a release that is gradually leaving the shelves.
No detailed tasting notes are available for Fundador Triple Madera. Based on the supplied information, it can only be confirmed as a Spanish brandy bottled at 38%, with the name highlighting Triple Madera.Gran Duque D'Alba Incl. Box
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Gran Duque D'Alba Incl. Box
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Only 3 left in stock!Gran Duque D'Alba is a Spanish brandy bottled at 40% ABV. The name itself is central here: this is a brandy with a clear brand identity, rather than a bottle defined by a long list of technical details.
At Drankenshop Broekmans, we place Gran Duque D'Alba among the Spanish brandies for customers who are specifically looking for that category and origin. The available product information is concise, but the essentials are clear: Gran Duque D'Alba, Spanish brandy, 40% ABV.
No specific tasting notes were supplied for Gran Duque D'Alba. The available information is limited to its category as a brandy, its Spanish origin and its 40% ABV.
Frequently asked questions
Answers to the most frequently asked questions about cognac
What is cognac?
Cognac is a French brandy made from white grapes and may only come from the Cognac region in France. It is double-distilled and then aged in oak barrels.
What is armagnac?
Armagnac comes from the Armagnac region, also in south-western France. Armagnac production began in the 14th century, making it the oldest brandy in France.
Like Cognac, Armagnac is made from white grapes, but here different grape varieties are often used, such as Folle Blanche, Colombard and Baco Blanc. The main difference is in the distillation process: Armagnac is distilled in a continuous distillation column, resulting in a richer and more complex eau-de-vie with a higher alcohol content. After distillation, Armagnac matures in oak barrels. Armagnac is thus distilled once unlike cognac which is distilled twice at a lower temperature and has a higher alcohol content.
Armagnac has a more robust and powerful flavour profile than Cognac, with pronounced notes of dried fruits, plums, vanilla, and leather. Due to the single distillation, it retains more of the original grape flavours.
What is calvados?
Calvados originates from the region of Normandy in northern France. It has a long history dating back to the 16th century, and it is often considered a symbol of Norman culture.
Calvados is made from apples (and sometimes pears), unlike grapes for Cognac and Armagnac. The apples are pressed to make cider, which is then distilled. Distillation can take place once or twice, depending on the appellation. As with the other two drinks, the eau-de-vie then matures in oak barrels.
Calvados has a fresh and fruity character, with distinct apple and sometimes pear-like notes. After ageing, more complex flavours can develop, such as butterscotch, spices and nuts.
What is brandy?
Brandy is the general collective name for cognac, armagnac and calvados, among others. All three are French spirits, but the main differences are seen geographically and in the use of raw materials.
What is sherry?
Sherry is a fortified wine from southern Spain, more specifically around the city of Jerez de la Frontera in the region of Andalusia. The special feature of sherry is that wine alcohol is added during or after fermentation, increasing the alcohol content (usually around 15-20%) and also making the wine last longer.
There are different styles of sherry, each with its own character. Fino, for example, is light, dry and fresh (often with hints of almond and bread dough), while Oloroso is just richer, darker and nutty due to oxidative ageing. Amontillado is a bit in between: fresh under flor at first, then more complex through oxidation. On the sweet side, you have, for example, Pedro Ximénez (PX), an intensely sweet, syrupy sherry with flavours of sultanas and caramel.
Sherry is often underrated, but it is enormously versatile: from a fresh aperitif to a perfect companion with tapas, cheeses or even desserts. So it is not an "old people's drink", but just one of the most diverse and gourmet wine styles around.
What is Pineau Des Charentes?
Pineau des Charentes is a fortified wine from the Charente region in southwestern France, the same area known for its cognac production. It is not a wine in the traditional sense, but a mistelle-adrink made by mixing fresh grape juice with cognac. This combination stops fermentation, preserving the natural sweetness of the grape juice and giving the drink its distinctive sweet, rich and aromatic profile.
Pineau des Charentes is available in both white and red varieties. White Pineau is made from white grape varieties such as Ugni Blanc, Colombard and Folle Blanche, while the red variant derives its deep colour and fruity aromas from grapes such as Merlot and Cabernet Franc. It has a unique flavour that is not directly comparable to other drinks, but it does share characteristics with some well-known fortified wines:
- Port: Like port, Pineau is sweet and fortified, but Pineau tends to be lighter and fruitier.
- Sherry (Pedro Ximénez or Amontillado): White Pineau sometimes has the honeyed sweetness of PX sherry, but with a fresher touch.
- Madeira: Due to aging in oak, Pineau shares certain nutty and caramel-like notes with madeira.
- Muscat de Beaumes-de-Venise: For those who like sweet dessert wines with floral and fruity aromas, Pineau is an excellent alternative.
What do VS, VSOP and XO mean?
These are age indications for the youngest eau-de-vie in the blend. The older, the more complex and softer the flavour usually becomes.
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VS (Very Special): aged for a minimum of 2 years
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VSOP (Very Superior Old Pale): aged for a minimum of 4 years
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XO (Extra Old): aged for a minimum of 10 years (used to be 6 years)
These age designations are officially regulated by the appellation. This is not the case with rum, for example, in most cases.
What is the difference between cognac, brandy, armagnac and calvados?
Brandy is the general collective name for cognac, armagnac and calvados, among others. All three are French spirits, but the main differences are seen geographically and in the use of raw materials.
Cognac must come from the Cognac region and be made from specific grapes. Armagnac, in turn, comes from the Armagnac region in south-western France and is also made from grapes. Finally, Calvados comes from the Calvados region in Normandy and, unlike the other two, is made from apples and pears.
There are also differences in terms of distillation and maturation: Cognac uses double distillation in alambics, Armagnac a single continuous distillation, and Calvados can undergo both single and double distillation. Cognac and Calvados must be aged for a minimum of two years, while for Armagnac it is at least one year.
How do you drink cognac?
There are several ways to enjoy cognac. Traditionally, it is drunk at room temperature from a tulip-shaped glass such as a snifter. With an ice cube, the aromas become less heavy and even in cocktails, cognac is on the rise.
Does cognac get even better in the bottle?
No, like most spirits, cognac also matures solely in the barrel. Once the cognac is bottled, the ageing also stops. So an old bottle of cognac does not automatically improve with age.
How long can an opened bottle of cognac keep?
An opened bottle of cognac undergoes the same process as other spirits. Usually, you can keep an opened bottle for a very long time, up to several years. But cognac can also be subject to oxidation, a natural process that is started and intensified as soon as there is too much air/oxygen in the bottle in relation to the spirit. To avoid this, it is best to transfer the cognac into a smaller, airtight bottle or fill the bottle with marbles to reduce the proportion of air in the bottle. Never use glass decanters with glass stoppers, as these do not seal airtight and therefore do not prevent the oxidation process.
Which grapes are used for cognac?
The main grape variety is Ugni Blanc. This is by far the most commonly used grape variety for cognac, and produces a fresh, acidic wine that is ideal for distilling. In addition, cognac can also be made from the Folle Blanche and Colombard grape varieties.
Where can I buy cognac?
You can even buy cognac in supermarkets these days. But if you are looking for a good cognac, one that is tasty, qualitative and layered, then Drankenshop Broekmans is the place to be. In our range, you will find more than 200 different cognacs in all possible price categories, from a basic "everyday cognac" to the most exclusive eau-de-vie.
