Straight Up | Citrus | Sour
Greek Sidecar
Mediterranean variation of the Sidecar enriched with Greek brandy and mastiha for a distinctive herbal citrus finish
Fruity · Warm
Brandy
Spirit|Brandy|40% ABV|Europe, France
Brandy is a foundational classic cocktail spirit often used in spirit forward recipes and elegant sipping serves
Brandy adds warmth fruit depth vanilla notes and rounded body to classic cocktails especially in stirred and aromatic recipes
Flavor Profile
Sweetness
Medium
Bitterness
Low
Acidity
Low
Body
Medium
Taste
FruityVanillaOak
Aroma
GrapeDried FruitCaramelSpice
Texture
Medium
Known For
Classic Cocktails
SidecarBrandy AlexanderStinger
Modern Cocktails
Vieux CarreJapanese Cocktail
Signature Serves
Brandy Old FashionedBrandy Highball
Pairings
Pairs Well With
Sweet VermouthAngostura BittersOrange Peel
Recommended With
ApplePearHoneyNutmeg
Avoid Pairing With
HeavilySmokySpirits
Substitutes
Substitute With
CognacArmagnac
Non-Alcoholic Alternatives
NonAlcoholicBrandy
similar grape base with regional style differences
Serving Tips
Serve neat slightly warmed or in stirred classic cocktails
Storage Tips
Store upright away from direct sunlight and heat
Buying Tips
Choose aged brandy for depth and younger brandy for mixing versatility
Mix it into something
Cocktails made with Brandy
About Brandy
What Does Brandy Taste Like?
Rich warm fruity with vanilla oak and dried fruit notes depending on aging
How It Is Made
Distilled from fermented fruit juice most commonly grapes then aged in oak barrels to develop aroma and color
How To Use Brandy in Cocktails
Use as base spirit in classic cocktails or serve neat as a sipping spirit
Best For
Classic stirred cocktails after dinner serves and aromatic recipes
A Bit of History
Brandy production dates back centuries in Europe where distilling wine helped preserve it for transport and storage