What is Pisco? Pisco is type of grape brandy made in Peru and Chile. It is thought to have originated with the 16th Century Spanish Settlers, or Conquistadores, who created it as an alternative to the imported Spanish pomace brandy, Orujo. The Conquistadores brought cultivation of grapes and wine prodcution to South America, so it […]
Differences between Cognac and Armagnac
One question that I am asked quite often is “what are the differences between Cognac and Armagnac?” Most people are familiar with Cognac and more and more people are becoming aware of Armagnac. Both are French brandies, made from grapes, but they are quite different. Please find my take on the key differences below. First […]
Brandy de Jerez
Spanish Brandy & Brandy de Jerez Spanish Brandy available at Fareham Wine Cellar. Spanish Brandy seems to be one of the most under-rated brandies in the UK and this is perhaps due to the cheap and cheerful Spanish Brandy that seems to be flowing when you go on holiday to Spain – great in cocktails […]
Somerset Cider Brandy
Somerset Cider Brandy is produced by Somerset Royal at Pass Vale Farm in Burrow Hill near Martock. The current owner is Julian Temperley who has over thirty vintages to his credit. There are historical records of cider brandy production dating back to 1678 but the revival of Cider Brandy production really took off when the Somerset […]
