Great Lakes Brightonwoods Apple Brandy

Wisconsin and brandy are surprisingly natural companions, and Brightonwoods Apple Brandy shows just how seriously Great Lakes Distillery takes that tradition. It is made entirely from apples grown at Brightonwoods Orchard in southeastern Wisconsin, home to more than 200 different heirloom apple varieties. A selection of these apples is fermented for each batch before being distilled in traditional copper pot stills. No artificial flavouring or additives, simply pure apple distillate.

After distillation, the brandy matures for more than two years in a combination of new charred oak barrels and used bourbon barrels. The fresh oak brings vanilla, spice and toasted notes, while the used bourbon casks allow the fruit character more room to develop. Bottled at 45% and non chill filtered, this is a serious and characterful American apple brandy where baked apple, caramel, cinnamon and oak come together beautifully.