When is National Cognac Day?
Sunday June 4thEach year, brandy enthusiasts and distillers commemorate National Cognac Day on June 4th. rance, where it is made, is a well-known brandy. Cognac was named after the town of Cognac, France, where it is produced. In addition, the area is also known for vineyards and producing wine.
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For the brand Cognac, a distilled brandy must satisfy such legislative conditions within the company. The use of a particular variety of grapes is one of the requirements during production. Ugni Blanc is the most popular grape used. In addition, the brandy must be distilled twice in copper pot stills. Distillers must also age the brandy at least two years in French oak barrels from Limousin or Troncais. However, most distillery cognacs age their cognacs much longer than the minimum legal requirement.
Nearly 200 cognacs are available to choose from, according to the producers. More than 90% of cognac for the US market comes from just four producers, according to a 2008 survey.
There are also different ways of enjoying cognac.. It can be enjoyed neat or over ice, depending on the occasion. And with a little water, Cognac may even be diluted. However, cognac can also be used to make a variety of cocktails. Distillers also use cognac to produce other liqueurs and mixers, giving even more variety to their bar collection.
