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Drankenshopper Kaartspel
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Drankenshopper Kaartspel
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Drankenshopper is not a bottle, but a card game built around the atmosphere of a drinks auction. Players bid, negotiate, trade and bluff in the hope of taking home the most impressive collections, while opponents may be quietly working on plans of their own.
One of its strengths is the way the game can be scaled to the group. In the simplest version, you play only with the bottle and money cards, turning it into an easy-going buying and trading game with minimal rules. For a fuller game, the role and chance cards add extra tension and strategy, especially with 4 to 5 players.
At Drankenshop Broekmans, this sits nicely alongside the drinks themselves: a game for adults who enjoy both tabletop play and the world of spirits. The 40 playing cards combine clear (…)Martell Blue Swift VSOP
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Martell Blue Swift VSOP
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Martell Blue Swift VSOP is a French cognac from Martell with a name that immediately stands out. With its VSOP designation and 40% alcohol strength, it sits clearly within the cognac category while carrying a distinct identity of its own.
At Drankenshop Broekmans, we would present this bottle to someone specifically looking for Martell in a VSOP expression. No further details are provided about maturation, regional specifics within France or flavour profile, so the story remains focused on the confirmed essentials: Martell, French cognac, Blue Swift VSOP, bottled at 40%.
No specific tasting notes have been provided for Martell Blue Swift VSOP. For that reason, we do not add aromas, palate descriptions, texture or finish details that are not supported by the (…)A.E. Dor For Cigar
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A.E. Dor For Cigar
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A.E. Dor For Cigar is a French cognac with a very clear intention in its name. It is presented around the kind of calm, deliberate moment where cognac is enjoyed alongside a cigar, rather than as a purely general after-dinner pour.
At 42% ABV, it carries a little more presence than many softer-strength cognacs. The available information does not give detailed flavour notes, so it is best understood through its positioning: a cognac made to stand with a more contemplative cigar setting.
At Drankenshop Broekmans, bottles like this tend to speak to customers who are looking for a specific drinking occasion rather than just another cognac on the shelf. With only the last bottles remaining, A.E. Dor For Cigar has become a more limited choice for those drawn to (…)Claude Thorin 1996
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Claude Thorin 1996
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Claude Thorin 1996 is a French Cognac with a name that immediately gives it focus. The 1996 reference sets it apart from more general releases and puts the emphasis on a specific expression from Claude Thorin rather than on broad category language.
At Drankenshop Broekmans, this is the kind of Cognac that tends to catch the eye of customers looking for something more distinctive than a standard bottle. It is bottled at 40% alcohol, in a classic Cognac strength, and only the last bottles remain. That limited availability adds a quiet sense of occasion without needing to overstate the story.
No specific tasting notes have been provided for Claude Thorin 1996. For that reason, we do not add aromas, flavour impressions or finish descriptions that are not (…)Claude Thorin XO Grande Champagne
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Claude Thorin XO Grande Champagne
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Claude Thorin XO Grande Champagne is a French cognac with a very clear identity. The name itself brings together Claude Thorin, XO and Grande Champagne, giving the bottle a more specific place within the cognac category than a standard, broadly labelled release.
At Drankenshop Broekmans, this is the kind of cognac we value for customers who are looking for a clearly defined bottle rather than a generic choice. Bottled at 40% alcohol, it stays within the classic strength expected for cognac.
As these are the last bottles, it is a bottle to consider while it is still part of the selection.
No specific tasting notes have been provided for Claude Thorin XO Grande Champagne. For that reason, we do not add aroma, flavour or finish descriptions that (…)Dobbe 10y Collection Brut De Fut
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Dobbe 10y Collection Brut De Fut
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Dobbe 10y Collection Brut De Fut is a French cognac with a very clear identity: ten years old, bottled at 43%, and presented as part of the Collection Brut De Fut. It is a bottle that lets its core details do the talking rather than relying on a long backstory.
At Drankenshop Broekmans, this kind of cognac sits well with customers looking for a more specific Dobbe release instead of a broad, general style. The name itself already gives the bottle a defined place within the range: age-stated, French, and tied to a particular collection.
Its popularity and the fact that only the last bottles remain give it an extra sense of immediacy. Nothing overplayed, just a Dobbe cognac that has clearly found an audience.
No separate tasting notes are (…)Gautier VS Incl. Box
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Gautier VS Incl. Box
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Gautier VS is a French cognac from Gautier, bottled at 40% alcohol. With the VS designation clearly present in the name, it comes across as a straightforward and recognisable choice within the cognac category.
At Drankenshop Broekmans, this is the kind of bottle we would point out to customers looking specifically for a Gautier cognac without needing a long technical explanation. The essentials are clear: French cognac, the Gautier name, and a classic 40% bottling strength.
No specific tasting notes are provided for Gautier VS. For that reason, no aromas, flavours or finish are described beyond the available product information.Godet Antarctica Icy White 50cl
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Godet Antarctica Icy White 50cl
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Godet Antarctica Icy White is a cognac that stands out first through its name. Instead of leaning only on the more traditional language often associated with cognac, this 50 cl bottling takes a cooler, more striking direction with Antarctica and Icy White. It is the kind of bottle that raises curiosity before the glass is even poured.
At Drankenshop Broekmans, we see this Godet as a good fit for customers who want a recognisable cognac category, but with a less ordinary presentation. At 40% alcohol, it stays within a familiar strength for cognac, while the identity of the bottling gives it a more distinctive presence.
This release is marked as popular, and only the last bottles remain. That makes it especially relevant for anyone specifically looking for (…)Hine XO Cigar Reserve
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Hine XO Cigar Reserve
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Hine XO Cigar Reserve is a cognac with a very clear sense of occasion. Even before the glass is poured, the name suggests a slower, more deliberate style of enjoyment, one that belongs to a calm and considered moment.
At Drankenshop Broekmans, this bottle stands out because it is not presented as just another XO cognac. The Cigar Reserve name gives it a distinct identity and places it firmly in the world of relaxed, attentive sipping.
Bottled at 40% alcohol, it stays within the classic strength for cognac. With only the last bottles remaining, it is a particularly relevant choice for customers looking specifically for Hine or for an XO cognac with this kind of refined positioning.
No specific tasting notes are included in the supplied (…)Merlet Selection St.-Sauvant
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Merlet Selection St.-Sauvant
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Merlet Selection St.-Sauvant is a French cognac with a clear, understated identity. The name places the emphasis on the selection itself and on the Merlet house, rather than on elaborate storytelling. Bottled at 45.2% alcohol, it has a firmer presence than a standard-strength spirit, though no specific aroma or flavour notes are provided in the product data.
At Drankenshop Broekmans, this cognac stands out through that straightforward combination: French origin, the Merlet name and limited remaining availability. With only the last bottles left, it has become a more occasional find within the range.
Its popularity is easy to understand in that context. This is a cognac for someone looking deliberately for Merlet Selection St.-Sauvant, with a little extra (…)Remi Landier Special Pale
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Remi Landier Special Pale
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Remi Landier Special Pale is a French cognac with a straightforward identity: the Remi Landier name, a 45% bottling strength and the Special Pale designation at the centre of the bottle.
At Drankenshop Broekmans, bottles like this tend to interest customers who are looking beyond the most obvious cognac choices. Its popularity and the fact that only the last bottles remain give it a sense of limited availability without needing to overstate the point.
Rather than presenting it as a generic cognac, we would place it as a specific Remi Landier release for those who are deliberately looking for this name or want to take advantage of a remaining parcel while it is still in stock.
No specific tasting notes are provided for Remi Landier Special Pale. (…)
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.
