The Roosevelt Room's Master Class Series - Brandies of the World

307 West 5th Street,Austin TX 78701

17 October, 2021

Description

Join us on an exploration of the world’s most ubiquitous spirit! “Brandy” - the term used for every spirit distilled from fruit - is considered to be the most ubiquitous spirit on earth. That’s right, nearly anywhere and everywhere that fruit grows, there is sure to be a still nearby, ready to turn its fermented byproducts into eau-de-vie (water of life). In this course, attendees will learn about the history behind brandy’s creation, today’s predominant styles of brandy, and will taste through a flight of ten unique styles of Fruit Spirits, while learning about their place of origin, production methods, flavor profiles, and how the category has evolved over the last nine centuries. In addition to learning about each spirit, attendees will receive instruction on the fundamentals of tasting in order to understand and appreciate their nuances, their trademark qualities, and what to look for in Brandies of superior quality. At the end of the course, you’re certain to leave feeling like a certified Master of Brandy! Attendees must be 21 years of age. Class promptly begins at 12pm and concludes at 2:30pm. Hors d’oeuvres will be served at the beginning of the course. Guests are encouraged to stick around after the course concludes to enjoy our Sunday Happy Hour service at 3pm! Topics Covered: The history of Brandy and its evolution throughout the world.The major types and styles of Fruit Spirits, as well as their place of origin, ingredients, production methods, and the trademark qualities that make each unique.The rules and regulations governing the production of each style of Brandy.Step-by-step instruction on deductive tasting, and how to taste and describe the subtle nuances in your glass.