Definitions
from The Century Dictionary.
- noun The French name for brandy: specifically applied to the coarser and less purified varieties of brandy, the term cognac being generally applied to fine grades.
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Examples
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The eau-de-vie made me chatty, something I'm normally not.
Reason for Being W.F. Lantry 2011
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But here she was, right in front of me, pouring my eau-de-vie.
Reason for Being W.F. Lantry 2011
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The Centaur brand appreciated my work and my patience, qualities required for the production of quality eau-de-vie.
Brad Haskel: Pierrette Trichet: Guiding the Tradition & Innovation of Louis XIII & the House of Remy Martin Brad Haskel 2011
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But here she was, right in front of me, pouring my eau-de-vie.
Reason for Being W.F. Lantry 2011
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Distilled from grapes, pisco is closer to grappa or eau-de-vie than rum, and on its own I find the flavor to be fruitier and somewhat harsher.
Tony Sachs: How To Make A Real Daiquiri - And The Best White Rums To Make It With Tony Sachs 2011
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'Like eau-de-vie, you improve and mellow over the years.'
Brad Haskel: Pierrette Trichet: Guiding the Tradition & Innovation of Louis XIII & the House of Remy Martin Brad Haskel 2011
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The Centaur brand appreciated my work and my patience, qualities required for the production of quality eau-de-vie.
Brad Haskel: Pierrette Trichet: Guiding the Tradition & Innovation of Louis XIII & the House of Remy Martin Brad Haskel 2011
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And that's why Remy Martin V is not actually a Cognac, but a "distilled grape spirit," as it says on the bottle -- think eau-de-vie, or a milder grappa.
Tony Sachs: The Latest In Liquor For Autumn: New Rums, Tequilas, Liqueurs & More Tony Sachs 2011
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'Like eau-de-vie, you improve and mellow over the years.'
Brad Haskel: Pierrette Trichet: Guiding the Tradition & Innovation of Louis XIII & the House of Remy Martin Brad Haskel 2011
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Distilled from grapes, pisco is closer to grappa or eau-de-vie than rum, and on its own I find the flavor to be fruitier and somewhat harsher.
Tony Sachs: How To Make A Real Daiquiri - And The Best White Rums To Make It With Tony Sachs 2011
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