Premium Brandy — The World's Most Diverse Spirit Category
Brandy is one of the oldest and most storied spirit categories in the world — a family of distilled grape and fruit spirits that spans continents, centuries, and styles of extraordinary diversity. From the chalky vineyards of Cognac and the ancient Gascon countryside of Armagnac, to the apple orchards of Normandy, the coastal valleys of Peru, and the plum groves of Croatia, our curated range brings together the finest expressions of this noble spirit from across the globe.
What is Brandy?
The word brandy derives from the Dutch brandewijn — meaning burnt wine — a reference to the distillation process that concentrates fermented fruit juice into spirit. While grape brandy is the most celebrated form, the category also encompasses apple brandy (Calvados), plum brandy (Slivovitz), cherry brandy (Kirschwasser), and the unaged grape spirit of South America (Pisco). What unites them is the transformation of fruit into something greater through distillation and, in most cases, the patient alchemy of oak ageing.
French Armagnac — Gascony's Ancient Spirit
Armagnac is France's oldest brandy, predating Cognac by at least two centuries, with documented production in the Gascony region of southwestern France dating to the early 15th century. Produced in three sub-regions — Bas-Armagnac, Tenareze, and Haut-Armagnac — it is distilled in traditional continuous column stills and aged in local black oak, developing extraordinary complexity over decades — prune, fig, walnut, leather, spice, and the distinctive oxidative quality known as rancio.
Bas-Armagnac, with its sandy, iron-rich soils, produces the most elegant and aromatic expressions. Tenareze, with its limestone-clay soils, yields more structured, floral spirits that reward long ageing. The climate is continental with warm, dry summers and cold winters — ideal for slow, steady maturation in barrel.
Delord Bas Armagnac — One of the most respected houses in the appellation, Delord has been producing Armagnac in Lannepax since 1893. Their cellars hold over 700 oak barrels of ageing spirit, and their vintage releases are among the most sought-after in the category.
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Delord Vieil Armagnac 1975 700mL — Five decades of patient ageing. Deeply complex nose of vanilla, oakwood, marzipan, and dried fruits. Rich, smooth, and beautifully balanced on the palate with a long, warming finish. 40% ABV.
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Delord Bas Armagnac 1963 700mL — An assembly of 25-45 year old Armagnacs. Elegant nose of orange flower, star anise, and hazelnut. Rounded, soft, and deeply satisfying. 40% ABV.
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Delord Bas Armagnac 1979 Tenareze 700mL — A rare expression from the limestone-clay Tenareze sub-region. Complex nose of kirsch, cherry plum, almond, and cherry stone. Bitter orange and liquorice on the palate with a long, mellow finish. 40% ABV.
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Delord Bas Armagnac 1984 700mL — Elegant nose of orange peel, candied fruit, and nougat. Soft and round on the palate with light toffee, dried fruits, and white pepper. 40% ABV.
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Delord Bas Armagnac 1985 700mL — Rich nose of sweet leather, roast almond, hazelnut, toffee apple, cinnamon, and clove. Robust and spicy on the palate with a long, complex finish of orange zest, vanilla, and nutmeg. 40% ABV.
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Delord Bas Armagnac 1990 700mL — Very aromatic nose of almond, hazelnut, vanilla, cinnamon, and oak. Soft tannins and dried fruits on the palate with a long finish of evolved wood notes. 40% ABV.
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Delord Bas Armagnac 1993 700mL — Over 30 years of patient ageing. Elegant nose of vanilla, oakwood, marzipan, and dried fruits. Rounded and approachable on the palate with a long, warming finish of cinnamon and toasted bread. 40% ABV.
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Delord Bas Armagnac 1994 700mL — Multifaceted nose of candied fruits, vanilla, cocoa, and butter. Rounded, soft, and beautifully easy to drink with a long, warming finish. 40% ABV.
French Cognac
Cognac is produced in the Charente region of southwestern France in a strictly defined appellation. Its chalky soils, Atlantic-influenced oceanic climate, and traditional double distillation in copper pot stills produce spirits of exceptional finesse and elegance.
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Courvoisier XO 700mL — Known as Napoleon's Cognac, Courvoisier has been producing in Jarnac since 1809. Rich nose of fig, raisin, plum, candied orange, and distinct iris. Exquisitely layered palate with a long, elegant creme brulee finish. 40% ABV.
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Gloria XO 700mL — A premium French brandy aged up to seven years in oak. Refined nose of fresh walnuts, almond, and vanilla. Smooth and beautifully balanced on the palate. 40% ABV.
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St-Remy VSOP 700mL and 1L — The world's No.1 French brandy since 1886, produced in the Loire Valley. Amber-yellow with cherry, gooseberry, wild strawberry, floral notes, and oaky vanilla. Round and smooth on the palate. 37% ABV.
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Chatelle Napoleon VSOP 700mL and 1L — Oak barrel-matured since 1828. A generous medley of fruit, spices, and oak. Smooth and premium on the palate with a warm, satisfying finish. 37% ABV.
Calvados — Apple Brandy from Normandy
Calvados is produced in Normandy, in northwestern France, from fermented apple cider distilled and aged in oak. The region's cool, damp maritime climate and ancient heritage apple orchards produce ciders of remarkable complexity. The most prestigious appellation, Calvados Pays d'Auge, requires double distillation in pot stills and a minimum of two years' oak ageing.
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Dupont Calvados Pomme Captive Pays d'Auge 700mL — A remarkable expression from the celebrated Dupont domaine — a real apple is grown inside the carafe during production. Gentle nose of green apple, geranium, and mint. Slightly bitter with pure green apple on the palate and a vegetal, broad finish. 40% ABV.
Pisco — South America's Great Unaged Brandy
Pisco is the national spirit of Peru and Chile — an unaged grape brandy distilled from aromatic varieties in the coastal desert valleys where Pacific Ocean influences and extreme diurnal temperature variations produce grapes of extraordinary concentration and perfume.
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Barsol Puro Quebranta Pisco 700mL — 100% Quebranta grapes from the Ica Valley, Peru. Crystal clear with a complex nose of pear, red apple, cacao, roasted almond, dark chocolate, and dried apricot. Richly textured and beautifully complex on the palate. 41.3% ABV.
German Brandy and Fruit Spirits
Germany has a distinguished tradition of both grape brandy (Weinbrand) and fruit spirit production, particularly from the Black Forest region.
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Asbach Original Aged 3 Years 700mL — Produced in Rudesheim am Rhein on the Rhine since 1892. Dark topaz with a vinous, spicy nose of oak, ripe grape sweetness, and cocoa. Full-bodied and structured on the palate with a slightly smoky, woody finish. 38% ABV.
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Weis Plum Brandy 500mL — Distilled from sun-ripened blue oat plums in the Black Forest tradition, aged a minimum of three years and rounded with pure plum juice. Warm golden amber with a rich, beautifully rounded palate and a clean, warm finish. 40% ABV.
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Weis Kirsch Cherry Brandy 500mL and 100mL — A classic central European Kirschwasser. Crystal clear with a light, intensely floral nose of cherry blossom. Light, clean, dry, and refreshing on the palate. 40% ABV.
Croatian Plum Brandy — Slivovitz
Slivovitz — plum brandy — is one of the oldest and most deeply rooted spirits traditions in Croatia and the wider Balkans, with a history stretching back centuries. Distilled from fermented plums and often aged in oak, it is a spirit of genuine cultural significance and character.
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Maraska Sljivovica Flask 750mL — Produced in Zadar, Croatia, with over 500 years of tradition. First-class fruit brandy from ripe plums. Clear and brilliant with a naturally expressive, richly aromatic nose and a beautifully clean, balanced palate. 40% ABV.
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Badel Hrvatska Stara Sljivovica 1L — Produced by Badel 1862, one of Croatia's oldest and most respected distilleries. Made from Bistrica plums and aged 12 months in oak. Naturally expressive nose of ripe plums and vanilla. Supple and fruity on the palate with vanilla and oak complexity. Winner of the SIP Awards and recognised at the Spirits Challenge. Kosher certified. 40% ABV.
Italian Brandy Liqueurs
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Tuaca Liqueur 700mL — A golden Italian liqueur with a heritage stretching back 500 years to the Italian Renaissance, reputedly created for Lorenzo de' Medici. Rich nose of vanilla, citrus, and spice. Rich and complex on the palate with a warm, lingering finish. 24% ABV.
How to Enjoy Brandy
Younger brandies and VSOP expressions are excellent in cocktails — a classic Sidecar, a Brandy Alexander, or a simple long drink with ginger ale. XO and vintage expressions deserve to be savoured neat at room temperature in a tulip-shaped glass, allowing the spirit to breathe and reveal its full complexity. Calvados and fruit brandies are magnificent as digestifs or alongside cheese and charcuterie. Pisco shines in a Pisco Sour — one of the world's great cocktails.
Browse our full range of premium brandies below and discover the extraordinary diversity of the world's most ancient spirit tradition.
