Finger Lakes Distilling

Pear Brandy

Pear Brandy

Pear Brandy Finger Lakes Distilling
  • Small batch pear brandy made by Finger Lakes Distilling in Burdett, New York
  • Local Bartlett pears are run through a fruit grinder and then fermented as a whole-fruit mash (the pears are not pressed)
  • After a 10–12-day fermentation, the pear mash is distilled in batches on a pot still with the addition of a brief run on a rectification column, resulting in a crisp spirit that retains rich pear character
  • The distillate rests in stainless steel tanks for 4–6 months where aromatics continue to develop
  • A nose of caramelized pear and sage transition to counterpoints of fresh pear skin, poached pear, and bracing gentian on the palate. A texture-rich finish expresses lemon zest and a hint of anise.
  • NY Farm Distillery License eligible
  • 40% ABV

Info

Vintage:
NV
Country:
United States
Region:
New York
Spirit Type:
Brandy
Spirit Sub Type:
Aged / Other

Sizes Available

Half Bottle US-XFL-15-NVH 12/375ml

Tasting Notes

Finger Lakes Distilling produces a small batch of pear brandy every year with Bartlett pears grown in the Finger Lakes region. The pears are run through a fruit grinder and then fermented as a whole-fruit mash (the pears are not pressed). After a 10–12-day fermentation, the pear mash is distilled in batches on a pot still with the addition of a brief run on a rectification column, resulting in a crisp spirit that retains rich pear character. The distillate rests in stainless steel tanks for 4–6 months where aromatics continue to develop. A nose of caramelized pear and sage transition to counterpoints of fresh pear skin, poached pear, and bracing gentian on the palate. A texture-rich finish expresses lemon zest and a hint of anise. 40% ABV

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