Brandy

Brandy is a distilled alcoholic beverage made from fermented fruit juices, most commonly grapes. It is typically clear or amber-colored and aged in wooden barrels, which adds complexity and flavor. The process involves fermenting the fruit to produce alcohol, then distilling it to concentrate the alcohol content. Brandy is enjoyed neat, in cocktails, or as an after-dinner digestif due to its rich, warm flavors. Its quality depends on the original fruit, distillation method, and aging process. Commonly produced in regions like France, Spain, and the U.S., it often features notes of fruit, spice, and oak.