Schladerer Kirschwasser Black Forest Cherry Brandy (750ml)

Fruit brandy from the Black Forest region of Baden, Germany, Schladerer's kirschwasser is made from sour cherries distilled into a clear, high-proof spirit. The producer has been working with the fruit and the craft of distillation for generations, building a deep understanding of how to capture the essence of the cherry itself rather than sweetness or floral notes.

The character is direct and intensely cherry-forward, with a dry, almost mineral quality that comes from the fruit rather than added sugar. It's bracingly sharp on the palate, the kind of spirit that demands respect and works best in small measures, either sipped slowly at room temperature or used as a digestif after a meal. It also cuts cleanly through rich cream-based dishes in the kitchen.