Brandy de Jerez still exist today, not only in Spain but in numerous countries throughout the world. Distillation: "Brandy de Jerez" uses two different types of distillation equipment, both made of copper: In the case of "Brandy de Jerez" double distillation is not required. From a simple distillation wine spirits of 65% by volume are obtained. The more a wine is distilled, the more of its characteristics and aromatic substances are lost. The traditional production method of "Brandy de Jerez" is controlled by the "Consejo Regulador del Brandy de Jerez" (the Brandy de Jerez Regulatory Council). The method has three main characteristics: In
Dutch brandy Dutch brandy Dutch brandy (, ) is a distilled spirit made from either grain or molasses alcohol flavored with various essences and extracts produced in the Netherlands. It was formerly referred to as "Dutch cognac" until that name was legally restricted to grape brandy from the Cognac region of France. Dutch names included "Koetsiertje" or "Koetsierscognac" (cognac drunk by carriage riders - Dutch "koetsiers") or "Hollandse Cognac" (Dutch Cognac). Its colour ranges from clear to dark brown, reflecting added caramel or artificial dye. Dutch brandy is based on either grain or molasses alcohol, with added essences and extracts to produce