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Calvados (UK: / ˈkælvədɒs /, US: /- doʊs, ˌkælvəˈdoʊs, ˌkɑːlvəˈ -/, [1][2][3][4] French: [kalvados] ⓘ) is a brandy from Normandy in France, made from apples and/or pears. [5] History. In France. VSOP calvados. Apple orchards and brewers are mentioned as far back as the 8th century by Charlemagne.
The apples and pears used to produce this Calvados are grown in damper granite soils in the area around Domfront that reunites communes located essentially in Orne, but also in Manche and Mayenne. This region is characterized by an oceanic climate with a narrow range of temperatures.
- 30&40 Extra Old 10 Year Old Calvados. Independent bottler 30&40 has a single cask range and a range of blends. This is a blend of four Calvadoses from three producers, aged between 10 and 28 years.
- Avallen Calvados. This is a young Calvados and very approachable. You’ll find notes of crisp, light apples overlaid with floral notes. It’s great for mixing into a cocktail or spritz.
- Christian Drouin Caroni Angels Calvados. This Calvados is matured in oak for 17 years before soaking in former Caroni rum casks for a further eight months.
- Didier Lemorton 30 Year Old Domfrontais Calvados. Domfrontais Calvados is harder to find in the UK, but thankfully this is a fine example and good value too.
Jan 26, 2024 · Calvados is a type of French brandy or eau de vie made mainly from apples, although some pears can also be used. The fruits differ from the ones we eat, and the apples come in four varieties: Sweet (fragrant & sweet, contributes to a higher ABV), Bittersweet (both sweet & tannic, dominant kind), Bitter (more tannins, adds body) and Acidic (adds ...
History relates that this cider brandy was already referred to as « Calvados » by local inhabitants, well before the establishment of the eponymous French "département".
Calvados across America. From the West Coast to the East Coast, Calvados is making its mark in the United States. The French spirit crafted with love in Normandy. Discover Calvados, its appellations, production and history.
Apple and pear cider eau-de-vies from numerous regions in Normandy were granted AOR status under the Calvados name by decree on 9 September 1942.
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