Two of France's most famous brandies in a head to head competition: Cognac vs. Armagnac. One is everywhere, the other you have to search for. From their monastic origins to their present-day resurgence, we’ll cover all you need to know about these French brandies and how they compare to each other.
Classes are 2 hours long, including a Q&A session with Astor Center Instructor Robin Robinson.
What you can expect:
- 1 Welcome drink
- 3 Tasting pours of Cognac
- 3 Tasting pours of Armagnac
- Palate-cleansing bread & cheese
- A 15% discount on all spirits tasted to use in-store after class
What you will learn:
- The differences between Cognac and Armagnac
- The history, geography, and flavor profiles of each spirit
- How to taste and describe spirits
- What to look for in excellent Cognac and Armagnac
- The materials and production methods for these brandies
Level: Beginner to Intermediate
Style: Lecture + Tasting
Food Served: Bread & Cheese
Good for: Spirits tasting NYC, French spirits tasting, Spirits class NYC
What people are saying about this instructor:
“Robin Robinson's smackdown classes have been enjoyable, relaxed, and informative experiences offering a chance to learn about distilling techniques and taste brands I would likely never have encountered otherwise. Several have become favorites.”