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News and views on Cognac, Armagnac, Calvados, and the wide world of eaux de vie
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Spanish Brandy Needs a Rebranding
The perception of sweet and cheap—not to mention all those cardinals and conquistadors—isn't exactly a recipe for success in 2022. Is there hope for Brandy de Jerez?
Mar 17
It's Okay to Drink Brandy with Dinner
Really. We promise. It's actually really good.
Feb 23
An Old School Armagnac in a New School World
Domaine Cutxan, L'Encantada's most recent offering, is a study in contrasts, one that may redefine how fans think about Armagnac. Plus, our first barrel pick.
Jan 24
Cognac Cocktails Beyond the Sidecar
Favorite recipes from a favorite bartender in the city of Cognac
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The Art of Chasing the Unicorn Barrel
A visit with Guilhem Grosperrin. “It’s not a question of money. It’s very emotional."
Jan 11
XO Marks the Spot
Napoléon, Réserve, Vieille Réserve, Extra, Extra Old, Extra Extra Old. It's madness, but it's important to understanding brandy.
Dec 22, 2021
$1 Per Milliliter
Listen now (25 min) | Eau de vie is not cheap. But it's one of life's hidden pleasures.
Dec 14, 2021
The Calvados Primer
An intro to the famed apple brandy of Normandy
Dec 9, 2021
Cognac: All in the Family
Smaller, indie producers are where the energy and value is to be found
Dec 8, 2021
An Armagnac Pilgrimage
Inspired by the world's oldest brandy, we started a new newsletter
Dec 1, 2021
The Cognac Primer
An intro to the secrets of this delightfully confounding spirit
Nov 29, 2021
Who's Afraid of a Little Schnapps?
Eau de vie means "water of life," but will it ever take off in this lifetime?
Nov 28, 2021
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