working in stirred drinks like Manhattans and Negroni riffs as well as longer serves like spritzes

Introducing brandy newcomers to the category without a steep price commitment

Fresh stone fruits such as peaches or nectarines mirror its apricot character

A Gold medal winner at the San Francisco World Spirits Competition and a 96-point finalist at the Ultimate Spirits Challenge

Brandy Sidecar — the toffee sweetness balances Cointreau and fresh lemon without requiring added sugar

Cooks Brut 1.5L islay working in stirred drinks likeCooks Brut 1. 5L is a Charmat method California sparkling wine bottled at 11. 5% ABV in a magnum sized 1. 5 liter format. This medium dry bubbly earned a Gold Medal at the San Francisco International Wine Competition and a 90 point rating from Wine Enthusiast, establishing it as one of the most recognized values in American sparkling wine. Quick Facts: ABV: 11. 5% Origin: Madera, California Style: Brut (Medium Dry) Winery: Mission Bell Winery