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Fruit Brandy

Fruit brandy, or eau-de-vie (eaux-de-vie in the plural; "water of life" in translation), is brandy made with any fruit apart from grapes. Most commonly, orchard fruits such as apples, pears, plums, cherries and blackberries are harvested, crushed and fermented, and the resulting must distilled twice. Most eaux-de-vie are bottled without ageing to preserve the integrity of the fruit character. These spirits are an important part of cultures in areas of Europe where production is most common and traditional.

Blume Marillen Apricot Eau-de-Vie bottle

Blume Marillen Apricot Eau-de-Vie

AustriaOberosterreich 40.0% ABV

40.0% ABV

Blume Marillen—”blossom of the apricot”—captures the lovely bouquet and taste of the Klosterneuburger apricot found in the Wachau region of the Danube Valley. The Destillerie Purkhart “Blume Marillen” is famed for its delicate floral bouquet and a long, elegant finish. More than 9 pounds of apricots are distilled for each 750ml bottle. For over 40 years the Purkhart family has produced this lovely eau-de-vie that embodies the apricot orchard in full bloom. Enjoy on its own, in an exuberant take on a French 75, or use to provide robust aromatics to stirred or shaken drinks. 100% reines Destillat aus Marillen. Full details

Blume Marillen Apricot Eau-de-Vie label
Purkhart Pear Williams Eau-de-Vie bottle

Purkhart Pear Williams Eau-de-Vie

AustriaOberosterreich 40.0% ABV

40.0% ABV

The Purkhart Pear Williams Brandy uses only “Williams” pears from South Tirol (also known as Alto Adige or Südtirol), whose pears are prized for their opulent and creamy ripe fruit fragrance. Lively and stimulating on the palate, this eau-de-vie reveals a depth of pear flavor that carries well into the finish. Made only from distilled pears and water. Enjoy on its own, stir with dry vermouth for a perfumed Martini variation, or make uncommonly aromatic sour cocktails. 100% Reines Destillat Williamsbrand. Full details

Purkhart Pear Williams Eau-de-Vie label
Etter Pear Williams Eau-de-Vie bottle

Etter Pear Williams Eau-de-Vie

Switzerland 42.0% ABV

42.0% ABV

Since 1870, the Etter family has been synonymous with fine Swiss eau-de-vie. In this bottle is distilled more than 10 pounds of fresh Williams pears from the right bank of the Rhône in the Canton of Valais. The brandy then gently evolves for years in glass demijohns before bottling. Pear brandy is famously enjoyed sipped neat after dinner, or as aperitif mixed with club soda. Add lime juice, sugar and club soda for a Pear Rickey highball. Full details

Etter Pear Williams Eau-de-Vie label
Etter Quince Eau-de-Vie bottle

Etter Quince Eau-de-Vie

Switzerland 41.0% ABV

41.0% ABV

Since 1870, the Etter family has been synonymous with fine Swiss eau-de-vie. The contents of this bottle were distilled from over 16 pounds of quince exclusively of the region surrounding Zug. The resulting brandy evolves for years in glass demijohns before being bottled. Experience here the rich, vivid and captivating aromas and flavors of quince, notably those of rose, honeydew melon and bright citrus. Enjoy neat or with club soda. Full details

Etter Quince Eau-de-Vie label
Etter Raspberry Eau-de-Vie bottle

Etter Raspberry Eau-de-Vie

Switzerland 41.0% ABV

41.0% ABV

Since 1870, the Etter family has been synonymous with fine Swiss eau-de-vie. In this bottle is distilled more than four pounds of ripe Swiss forest raspberries. The brandy then gently evolves for years in glass demijohns before bottling. Raspberry brandy is famously enjoyed sipped neat after dinner, or as aperitif mixed with club soda. Try as a rinse to perfume a glass of sparkling wine. Full details

Etter Raspberry Eau-de-Vie label
Etter Kirsch AOP Zug Eau-de-Vie bottle

Etter Kirsch AOP Zug Eau-de-Vie

SwitzerlandZug AOP 41.0% ABV

41.0% ABV

The name Etter is synonymous with Swiss Kirsch, made by the same family since 1870. In this bottle is distilled more than 10 pounds of fresh mountain cherries exclusively of the region surrounding Zug. The brandies gently evolve for years in glass demijohns before bottling. Kirsch is famously enjoyed sipped neat after dinner, or as aperitif mixed with club soda. In cocktails it pairs magically with Génépy. In the kitchen, it's an essential ingredient in a traditional fondue. Full details

Etter Kirsch AOP Zug Eau-de-Vie label