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Let's talk about brandy

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AggieBarstool
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My wife loves sangria made with brandy and thinks she wants to get into sipping brandy straight. I know nothing other than it's distilled wine. Cognac is a French variant. VS, VSOP, and XO refer to how long cognac has been aged, but isn't regulated.

Outside of all that, what should I be looking for in a moderately priced bottle ($50-60)? What brands should I snag? What should I avoid?
HTownAg98
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I don't drink cognac, but I love Calvados. The other thing I like about it is you can get a really awesome bottle for $60-$75.
Austintm
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BigAg95
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Armagnac gives you the most bang for the buck.

There are also some decent American craft Brandies available now. Cooper and kings makes some good ones in your price range.
chipotle
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The girl from joe dirt? Yes, let's talk.
62strat
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chipotle said:

The girl from joe dirt? Yes, let's talk.
Still absolutely would. She's 39 here.

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