Brandy is a spirit distilled from wine or other fermented fruit mash. The taste of brandy varies depending on the fruit used and the ageing process. Unaged brandies, often made from fruit, are typically clear and offer intense fruit flavours.

Those aged in oak barrels develop a more complex profile, with notes of vanilla, caramel, and spice. The origin of brandy production can be traced back to the 16th century, and it is now produced worldwide.