This blog is an expression of my interest and passion for premium brandy. It is an exploration of the hidden and secretive world of this spirit, that I was fortunate enough to discover.
The name itself is tribute to one of the tastiest tall drinks I have yet to discover. A quality brandy mixed in a tall glass with ginger ale (not ginger beer) and lots of ice. Preferably a solid measure of Flight of the Fish Eagle, Nederburg Solera, or Oude Molen 100 Reserve.
Try it, you wont be disappointed
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most recent tasting
Hess Alambic 5 yo Brandy R
From the quaint R62 town of Montagu, comes a very much unknown 5 year old potstill brandy from Mimosa Lodge. My rating is 16/25
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Oude Meester Souverein 18 year old brandy R899.00
The oldest in the Oude Meester premium range, Oude Meester Souverein 18 year old brandy is as different and unique as it is complex. My rating: 20/25
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Van Ryns Fine Cask Reserve 15yr R850.00
The middle child of the potstill siblings, Van Ryns Fine Cask Reserve 15yr shows lots of depth, and fits perfectly where it should between its brothers. My rating: 20/25
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Hess Alambic 5 yo Brandy R
From the quaint R62 town of Montagu, comes a very much unknown 5 year old potstill brandy from Mimosa Lodge. My rating is 16/25
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KWV 20 Year Old Brandy R700.00
Currently the the oldest gentleman in the premium KWV range, KWV 20 year old brandy lives up to every minute of its 20 year maturation. My rating: 21/25
