Enjoying an after-dinner digestif conjures up old school images of red leather couches, expensive cigars, and crystal brandy snifters. Usually taken neat, digestifs include Cognac, Brandy and Armagnac, amongst others but have you ever wondered what the difference is between the three? We chat to Kobus van Zyl, General Manager, from the Mesh Club and Mix Bar to find out what to expect when tasting or purchasing these fine spirits.
What is the difference between Cognac and Brandy and where did each originate?
Cognac is a brandy that is geographically protected in the Cognac region of France. Brandy can be made anywhere
