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What to eat in Lower Normandy? Top 9 Lower-Norman Spirits and Liqueurs

Last update: Thu Apr 17 2025
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Best Lower-Norman Spirits and Liqueurs

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Boulard V. S. O.P. Calvados is a distinguished apple brandy made from carefully selected apples from the Pays d'Auge region in Normandy. Aged for at least four years in oak barrels, this V. S. O.P. (Very Superior Old Pale) expression offers a rich and balanced flavor profile.


The aroma reveals notes of ripe apples, vanilla, and dried fruits, with delicate undertones of oak and spices. On the palate, it delivers smooth and harmonious flavors of caramelized apple, honey, and subtle hints of almond and cinnamon, leading to a refined and lingering finish. 
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SFWSC - San Francisco World Spirits Competition - Double Gold

2024, 2023

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Boulard Auguste X. O. Calvados is a tribute to the brand's founder, Auguste Boulard, and reflects their long-standing expertise in crafting high-quality Calvados. This extra-old Calvados is aged for many years in oak barrels, creating a rich and sophisticated spirit.


It boasts complex aromas of baked apples, dried fruits, vanilla, and subtle spices. On the palate, it offers a harmonious blend of flavors, including caramelized apples, almonds, and hints of cinnamon and nutmeg, with a long, velvety finish. This premium Calvados is a true reflection of Boulard's dedication to tradition and craftsmanship, offering a refined tasting experience.
AWARDS

USC- Ultimate Spirits Challenge - Chairman's Trophy

2023

USC- Ultimate Spirits Challenge - Top 100

2023

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PONT-L'ÉVÊQUE, France
4.8
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Père Magloire V. S. O.P. Calvados is a true masterpiece of craftsmanship, embodying the essence of the Pays d’Auge region in Normandy. Made exclusively from carefully selected apple cider, this calvados showcases the unique characteristics of one of the most renowned terroirs in the world.


The region's rich soil and mild climate create the perfect environment for growing exceptional apples, which are at the heart of this spirit. What sets Père Magloire V. S. O.P. apart is its meticulous production process. The cider undergoes double distillation in traditional copper pot stills, a method that enhances the complexity and depth of its flavors. 
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SFWSC - San Francisco World Spirits Competition - Double Gold

2024

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Armagnac Chevalier d'Espalet VS is a distinguished French brandy produced primarily in the Bas Armagnac and Ténarèze regions. This blend is aged for a minimum of two years, resulting in a golden-amber spirit with a complex flavor profile. It offers fresh aromas of fruit, grapes, and marshmallows, complemented by hints of vanilla and subtle wood tones.


On the palate, it delivers flavors of candied orange, caramel, cinnamon, and nutty notes, layered with ripe peach and apricot. The finish is characterized by vanilla and orchard fruit, fresh and wonderfully balanced. This Armagnac is ideal for enjoying neat at the end of a meal, allowing its rich aromas to fully develop.
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IWSC- International wine & spirit competition - Spirit Gold Outstanding

2021

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Boulard X. O. Mizunara Cask Finish Calvados is a sophisticated blend of carefully selected apple brandies, first aged in French oak barrels and then finished in rare Mizunara oak casks from Japan. This double maturation process imparts unique depth and complexity, enhancing the traditional Calvados with delicate oriental notes.


The aroma features rich baked apples, vanilla, and subtle spices, while the palate reveals smooth layers of caramelized fruit, toasted oak, and exotic hints of sandalwood, coconut, and incense. The finish is long and elegant, reflecting the fusion of Norman craftsmanship and Japanese artistry. 
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USC- Ultimate Spirits Challenge - Top 100

2022

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Janneau XO is the flagship Armagnac of the Janneau collection, blending eaux-de-vie from the Bas-Armagnac and Armagnac-Ténarèze regions, crafted from Baco and Ugni Blanc grape varieties. The youngest components are aged for 10 years, while the oldest mature for over 30 years in oak barrels.


It features a coppery amber color with hints of burnished copper. On the nose, it reveals aromas of candied plum, Reine-Claude plum, oak, and red fruits. The palate is intense and well-balanced, offering notes of oak, quince, sour cherries, followed by almonds and concluding with spicy nuances.
AWARDS

IWSC- International wine & spirit competition - Spirit Gold

2024, 2021

SFWSC - San Francisco World Spirits Competition - Gold

2024

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IWSC- International wine & spirit competition - Spirit Gold

2021

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Boulard X. O. Calvados is an exceptional apple brandy crafted from a meticulous selection of apples from the Pays d'Auge region in Normandy. This X. O. (Extra Old) expression is aged for several years in oak barrels, resulting in a complex and elegant flavor profile.


It offers rich aromas of baked apples, vanilla, and dried fruits, with subtle hints of spices and toasted oak. On the palate, it delivers a harmonious blend of flavors, including caramelized apple, almond, and a touch of cinnamon, leading to a long, smooth finish. 
AWARDS

SFWSC - San Francisco World Spirits Competition - Double Gold

2023

IWSC- International wine & spirit competition - Silver

2024

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Spirit

PONT-L'ÉVÊQUE, France
4.3
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Père Magloire X. O. Calvados is the pinnacle of Normandy’s distillation tradition, crafted with exceptional care and expertise. Made exclusively from cider apples sourced in the prestigious Pays d’Auge region, this calvados reflects the essence of its terroir.


Aged for over 9 years in century-old oak barrels, it develops extraordinary aromatic complexity and depth. From the moment it is poured, Père Magloire X. O. captivates with its golden amber color, highlighted by coppery reflections. The nose is a rich tapestry of aromas, featuring quince, candied orange, cinnamon, black pepper, and a touch of light tobacco. 
AWARDS

IWSC- International wine & spirit competition - Silver

2024

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