What is Armagnac?
Travel Distilled explains what Armagnac is, the history of this French brandy, how and where it’s made, how to drink it and its use in cocktails and cooking.
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What is Slivovitz?
Travel Distilled explains what slivovitz is, the plum brandy from Eastern Europe, what its history is, its varieties, production process, and flavor profile.
What Is Calvados?
Travel Distilled explains what Calvados is, with notes on its history, production process and use in cooking.
History of the Sidecar Cocktail
Travel Distilled discovers the history of the Sidecar cocktail, which was invented during Prohibition in the USA, or more likely in Paris or London.
Pineau des Charentes
Pineau des Charentes, known to its fans just as pineau, is a fortified wine from western France that’s made using brandy to produce an aperitif or dessert wine which is absolutely delicious.
Verino Tsipouro Ipsicaminos Review
Travel Distilled reviews Verino Tsipouro Ipsicamino, a Greek brandy made in the Peloponnese and now available in the USA.
French Brandy and Cognac 101
French Brandy and Cognac 101: Travel Distilled’s primer on what are brandy, cognac, and armagnac.
30&40 Calvados Reviews
Reviewing three spirits from the 30&40 calvados distillery in Normandy, France: a 10-year old calvados, an eau de vie, and a calvados-based aperitif.
Tuaca Italian Brandy Review
Tuaca is an Italian brandy-based spirit, reviewed here by Travel Distilled