Brandy

The history of brandy is long and storied. Harking back to the very start of the 1300s, this time-honored spirit was first distilled as a medicine in France and actually literally called the water of life (l’eau de vie).

Today this amber-hued spirit is still popular around the globe, forming the base of amazing cocktails that range from refreshing summer sippers with lashings of mint and lemon, to beautifully layered classics that add a little warmth in winter. Here is a selection of our favorite brandy cocktails for you to make and enjoy at home.

Brandy Milk Punch
5 min Medium

Brandy Milk Punch

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Brandy Alexander Cocktail
5 min Easy

Brandy Alexander Cocktail

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