Armagnac’s homeland is south-west France, where the ancient province of Gascony was home to D’Artagnan the musketeer, the local cuisine comprises duck in myriad forms, and the tradition of creating this single-distilled brandy dates back 700 years. With hundreds of small producers spread over three districts, its culture is one of true artisan craft, with small, family-run businesses using column stills and techniques passed down through generations.For the connoisseur, armagnac can become an obsession and the liquid’s popularity has risen in recent years among consumers int
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Carolyn Boyd is an author, journalist and communications manager specialising in French travel and gastronomy, including the country's wines and spirits. Her travels have seen her explore categories such as absinthe, pastis and calvados in their places of origin. Carolyn writes for titles including National Geographic Traveller Food, The Times and The Guardian, and her book 'Amuse Bouche: How to Eat Your Way Around France' will be published by Profile Books in June 2024.



