French wine and spirits exports fell by 4% in 2024, impacted by ongoing trade tensions with China and looming US tariffs.

Cognac and brandy may look like pretty much the same drink. But there are some key differences which separate the two brown-colored spirits.

One of the most iconic names in the brandy world, Hennessy is renowned for its smooth and luxurious cognacs. An Indian classic, Old Admiral Brandy is a popular choice for its affordability and quality ...

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Cape Brandy, long recognised by connoisseurs yet still underappreciated by the wider world, is gaining traction as a serious rival to the likes of Cognac and Armagnac. Much like Cape Town itself ...

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Brandy and Cognac are both popular drinks with many similarities, but their differences are where they truly shine. Here's everything you need to know.

Brandy Norwood at the 2012 Billboard Music Awards held at the MGM Grand Garden Arena on May 20, 2012 in Las Vegas. (Photo credit: Shutterstock.com/Joe Seer) Grammy ...

This year (2024), the Brandy Trophy was taken home by Domaine Tariquet, a family-owned estate in the Armagnac region. Harrison also pointed out that Spain is another region that is producing ...

Armagnac is another brandy produced in France but, like Cognac is rarely referred to as a brandy, but simply as “Armagnac”. Armagnac is produced from grapes grown in the Gascony region of southwest ...

Spanish brandy is likely Europe’s oldest alcoholic beverage, possibly dating back to the 8th century, although modern Spanish Brandy de Jerez only dates to the 19th century. Spain has a long ...