Brandy is made from early grapes in order to achieve higher acid concentration and lower sugar levels. Base wine generally contains smaller amount (up to 20 mg/l) of sulphur than regular wines, as it creates undesired copper(II) sulfate in reaction with copper in the pot stills. The yeast sediment produced during the fermentation may or may not be kept in the wine, depending on the brandy style. Brandy is distilled from the base wine in two phases. In the first, large part of water and solids is removed from the base, obtaining so-called "low wine", basically a concentrated wine with 28–30%
Jersey Spirits Distilling Co. for actual places in New Jersey and include illustrations by a local New Jersey artist. The operation is eco-conscious with the spend grains from distilling going to a Sussex County farm to feed cattle. The tasting room and manufacturing area utilizes materials reclaimed from barns and farms from in New Jersey. The distillery offers tours, tastings, cocktails and retail at their location during their operating hours. The company is in the process of distributing to bars, liquor stores and restaurants. Jersey Spirits Distilling Co. Jersey Spirits Distilling Company is a craft distillery located in Fairfield Township, Essex County, New Jersey,