How do brandy and armagnac differ in taste?

Some might argue that for the same reason, Armagnac has a fuller, more complex flavor than Cognac. What's the difference between Cognac and Armagnac? Armagnac is often distilled to be lower in alcohol than Cognac. read more

Much of the flavor is enhanced by tannins and other aspects within the barrel wood. After about 3 years or so, an Armagnac producer will switch to a previously used barrel to prevent the new wood from giving the liquor an overpowering profile. Armagnac is a spectacular drink; France's original brandy. read more

Cognac and Armagnac are both French brandies made from white wine grapes. Unsurprisingly, Cognac is made in Cognac and Armagnac is made in Armagnac, in the Gascony region. While the two carry similarities, they also have some differences. Both Cognac and Armagnac are made from a shockingly undrinkable wine. read more

Brandy is any kind of fruit-based spirit, including Cognac. Cognac must be made in the Cognac region and Armagnac comes from the region of Armagnac. read more