The result is a brandy that has moved well beyond simple fruit and oak into the realm of rancio

The light rum base stays in the background

this expression justifies its place on the shelf

Its concentrated citrus intensity and built-in Cognac warmth make it exceptionally versatile behind the bar

Few brandies outside France have built the kind of name recognition Asbach Uralt commands

Mathilde Pear 750ML russian-vodka The result is a brandyMathilde Pear 750ML is a French pear liqueur from Maison Ferrand, bottled at 18% ABV (36 proof) in a 750ml bottle. Awarded 93 points by Wine Enthusiast and a Gold Medal at the San Francisco Spirits Competition, this expression stands apart from typical fruit liqueurs through its use of pot distillation rather than simple infusion, resulting in a more concentrated, nuanced pear character. Quick Facts: ABV: 18% Origin: Cognac, France Style: Pear Liqueur