Cognac is a type of French brandy, made from acidic white wine and produced in very restricted regions in France. It's delicious in all kinds of cocktails, is wonderful as a sauce for steak and ...

Apple brandy is one of the world’s oldest spirits, and it’s making a long-overdue comeback, thanks to inventive bartenders mixing it up in new—and old—ways. First, an explanation ...

When push comes to shove, most of us submit to ordering something simple at the bar, like a pint of beer or a vodka soda. While a spirit like brandy may seem better left for those who tinker with ...

While brandy is delicious served neat at room temperature, or on the rocks (a balloon-shaped glass works best for serving), it’s also excellent in cocktails. Try a classic serve such as the brandy ...

The problem with winter is that you can be done with it long before it’s done with you. For me, it always hits around mid-February: That feeling when you wake up and with heavy lids look outside to ...

Brandy is a great addition to a number of cocktails, and is often added to fruity sangrias. It's an essential ingredient in a Sidecar, a classic drink typically made with brandy, orange liqueur ...