OUDE MOLEN VS is a brandy produced by OUDE MOLEN, a South African distillery with a long-standing tradition in brandy making.

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• 2 bottles for 1,899 THB
• 6 bottles for 5,599 THB
• 12 bottles for 10,800 THB

Maturation Method: The brandy uses the Spanish Solera method for maturation, which involves a system of barrels that allows for continuous blending and aging. This method is known to produce a consistently smooth brandy with a unique sherry twist due to the use of sherry barrels.

Aroma and Taste: Oude Molen VS has a nose of sherry wood and walnut with subtle hints of apricot, vanilla, and tropical fruit. Its palate is described as full and fruity, with overtones of spice and nuttiness. The finish is soft, characterful, and long-lasting.

Aging Process: By law, VS grade Cape Brandy must be matured in oak barrels for a minimum of 3 years. Oude Molen VS often includes brandy that is older than the minimum, making it a finer example of the VS (Very Special) classification. For comparison, the French Cognac equivalent for VS is aged for 2 years.

Unique Characteristics: Some barrels used for maturing Oude Molen VS are from Spain and were previously used for aging fine Spanish Sherry. This imparts additional complexities to the brandy.

Solera System: The Solera system employed by Oude Molen includes three tiers of barrels. Each year, the top tier is filled with 3-year-old brandy, and 20% of it is moved down to the next tier. Brandies from the bottom tier are then bottled. This ensures that the brandy is blended during maturation, adding to its complexity and unique flavor profile.

Food Pairing: The brandy pairs well with a mature cheddar cheese, which complements its fruit and sherry notes.