🥃 Weinbrand
The German name for brandy made from wine.
Weinbrand is the German name for brandy made from wine. The word literally means "burnt wine", that is, wine that has been distilled. It names a strong drink made from wine spirit.
It is made in two steps. First the wine is distilled to get spirit. Then the spirit is aged in oak barrels, where it softens and takes on the colour and aroma of the wood. After that it is diluted to the right strength and bottled. The taste can be mild, with notes of vanilla, dried fruit and nuts.
Weinbrand is widely known in Germany and Austria. In essence it is the same as brandy: the word is simply the German one. That is why Weinbrand counts as brandy; the name is familiar in German-speaking countries. Production often uses wine from other countries, so on the label it is worth checking where it was distilled. Weinbrand is sipped carefully in small portions, or added to cocktails and desserts.
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- Part of
- 🥃 Brandy
- Where it is made
- 🗺️ German wine, 🗺️ Austrian wine
- Similar and different
- 🥃 Brandy
Frequently asked questions
What is Weinbrand?
The German name for brandy distilled from wine and aged in oak.
How is Weinbrand different from brandy?
In essence it is not: it is the German word for wine brandy, used in Germany and Austria.
How is Weinbrand made?
Wine is distilled into spirit, aged in oak barrels and diluted to the right strength.
Similar
🥃 Pisco · 🥃 Divin · 🥃 Brandy de Jerez · 🥃 Armagnac · 🥃 Cognac
⚠️ Wine contains alcohol: adults only, drink in moderation. Wine usually contains sulphites; egg white or milk proteins are sometimes used for fining — important for allergies and for vegans.