This 100% apple brandy is aged a minimum of four years. Clear, soft, and pure aromas of apple mixed with subtle sweet barrel/baking spices like caramel and cinnamon great the nose. Focused apple fruit and a respectable proof of alcohol deliver for sippin' or cocktail creation.
Wonderful memories come flooding back when I think of my visit to the Black Dirt Distillery back in the fall. The timing was ideal. Apple picking and tasting spirits patiently aging in barrel are hallmarks of the season. When entering the distillery, a beautiful, classic, Louisville Vendome still greats you from across the still house. No "hurry up and get it into market" approach for this outfit--the size and quality of their aging barrels indicates their patience and seriousness of craft. Deep, ripe, spiced apple notes dance on the nose inviting you in for more. They use 100% New York apples and bottled in bond. High quality and expert execution. Calvados fans, take note!
No longer is our fair state synonymous with Concord grapes and Manischewitz. New York winemakers have embraced international varieties and hit the ground running. The Hudson River Valley is home to the oldest vineyards in New York State. Lake Erie is still dominated by bulk production for grape juice, though a few small, serious wineries are beginning to crop up. Long Island’s maritime climate...
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Astor Wines & Spirits 399 Lafayette St. New York, NY 10003
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