Calvados

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Calvados is a French apple brandy from Normandy, made by distilling cider (and sometimes perry) and ageing it for at least two years in oak. The most prized appellation, Pays d'Auge, is double-distilled in copper pot stills, while the broader Calvados appellation also allows continuous distillation. It is sold at 40% ABV or more and tastes of baked apple, with oak and spice notes that soften with age. In cocktails it lends depth to drinks such as the Angel Face and the Jack Rose.

Strength: usually 40% ABV (legal minimum 40%).

Also known as: Apple brandy

Used in 1 cocktail.