Brandy used to distill brandy: A cucurbit was filled half full of the liquor from which brandy was to be drawn and then raised with a little fire until about one-sixth part was distilled, or until that which falls into the receiver was entirely flammable. This liquor, distilled only once, was called "spirit of wine" or "brandy". Purified by another distillation (or several more), this was then called "spirit of wine rectified". The second distillation was made in "balneo mariae" and in a glass cucurbit, and the liquor was distilled to about one half the quantity. This was further rectified as
Brandy Norwood products Brandy's musical, television, and movie appearances. In 2005, Brandy became the spokesperson for Ultima, a company for hair weaves and wigs. As of 2012, she no longer represents them. The Brandy dolls are dolls made in her likeness. In 1999, Mattel released the "Brandy Doll". The doll featured Brandy in a reddish orange blouse and orange long skirt. Because of the success of this doll, a second doll "Singing Holiday Brandy Doll" was released in 2000. Three more dolls followed, including "Stylin' Hair Brandy Doll". Millions of the dolls were sold and they were one of the biggest selling toys