Photo: Calvados Boulard Autumn means apples are aplenty, not just in trees but in a glass. WSJ's Charles Passy pours Calvados Boulard apple brandy on Lunch Break.

2 oz. Calvados (I used “Selection” from Christian Drouin), or American apple brandy 0.75 oz. lemon juice 0.75 oz. fresh-juiced grenadine (recipe at bottom) Shake hard on ice for 8 to 10 ...

Normandy's mild climate makes it the perfect home for apples, and ever since 1553, the perfect home for Calvados, the region's famed apple brandy. Its ancient roots have led it to become a local ...

We break down what sets these apple-based spirits apart and the bottles to try. Apple-based spirits don’t get the respect they deserve. Sure, ardent fans appreciate their versatility in ...

Somerset cider brandy is the equivalent of Calvados, and quite delicious. The following recipe is seasonal, uses local ingredients, takes less than 30 minutes to cook, and is incredibly cheap. Peel ...