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Giffard Cherry Brandy Liqueur

Regular price £24.75

Elegant, smooth, and richly flavoured, Giffard Cherry Brandy Liqueur combines natural cherry intensity with the depth and warmth of fine French brandy. Produced through the maceration and distillation of sweet and sour cherries, it achieves a perfect balance of sweetness, spice, and structure - bottled at 25% ABV for refined versatility.

A hallmark of Giffard’s craftsmanship since 1885, this liqueur delivers authentic fruit expression and timeless sophistication. Whether enjoyed neat, over ice, or in classic cocktails, Giffard Cherry Brandy stands as a true expression of traditional European liqueur artistry - vivid, velvety, and beautifully balanced.

Details
France
700ml
25% ABV
NV
Regular price £24.75
Overview & Distillery

Rich, smooth, and elegantly aromatic, Giffard Cherry Brandy Liqueur showcases the perfect harmony between ripe cherry fruit and aged brandy. Crafted by Giffard & Cie, the celebrated French liqueur house established in 1885, this expression combines natural cherry maceration with a subtle brandy base to create a liqueur of remarkable depth and balance.

The result is a sophisticated cherry spirit that offers both sweetness and structure — equally suited to refined sipping, dessert service, or as an essential cocktail component in classics like the Singapore Sling and Blood and Sand.

Founded by Émile Giffard in Angers, France, Giffard & Cie has remained family-owned for over five generations, specialising in the art of fruit maceration and fine liqueur production. Every Giffard creation reflects the brand’s commitment to authenticity, purity, and natural flavour.

Cherry Brandy embodies this heritage — marrying the luscious fruit character of carefully selected cherries with the warmth of French brandy to achieve richness, balance, and enduring elegance.

Profile

Style: Cherry Brandy Liqueur

Region: Loire Valley, France

Producer: Giffard & Cie

Distillation / Production: Maceration and distillation of sweet and bitter cherries in neutral spirit, blended with French brandy

Fruit Source: Montmorency and Morello cherries from France and Eastern Europe

Maturation: Rested post-blending for flavour integration and balance

Cask Influence: None — matured in stainless steel to preserve fruit brightness and clarity

Filtration / Proofing: Lightly filtered; bottled at liqueur strength

Appearance: Deep ruby red with garnet reflections

ABV: 25 %

Nose:
Vibrant and inviting — aromas of ripe cherries, almond kernel, and vanilla with subtle hints of oak and spice.

Palate:
Full-bodied and velvety — layers of cherry compote, dark chocolate, and dried fruit with a refined brandy backbone. The sweetness is rich but perfectly balanced by gentle oak and nutty undertones.

Finish:
Smooth and persistent — lingering cherry jam, vanilla, and warming spice.

Overall Character:
Luxurious, rounded, and fruit-forward — a beautifully crafted cherry liqueur with brandy depth and elegance.

Neat:
Serve lightly chilled or over ice for an indulgent after-dinner treat.

With Water:
A splash opens delicate almond and fruit notes.

On the Rocks:
Enhances the brandy richness and cherry depth.

Cocktails:
A versatile and essential component in classic and contemporary cocktails — ideal in:
Singapore Sling
Blood and Sand
Cherry Manhattan
Brandy Sour Twist

Food Pairings:
Black forest cake or dark chocolate desserts
Cheese board with aged Gouda or Brie
Cherry clafoutis or almond pastries

Occasions:
After-dinner digestif
Dessert accompaniment
Cocktail bar essential

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Derrylin
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Derrylin
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United Kingdom

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