¿Qué es Calvado?
A French apple brandy from Normandy, distilled from fermented apple cider and aged in oak barrels.
"Normandy's Spirited Essence"
¿A qué sabe Calvado?
Apple, pear, oak, vanilla, sometimes nutty or floral.
- Taste
- Fruity, Sweet, Earthy
- Texture
- Smooth, Warm
- Aroma
- Apple, Oak, Vanilla
- Acidity
- Low
Technical Metrics
Aged Minimum
2 years
Alcohol Content
40% ABV (Avg)
AOC Protected Status
Yes (Appellation d'Origine Contrôlée)
Información Nutricional
Per 30ml (1 fl oz) Calories250 kcal
Total Fat0 g
Saturated Fat0 g
Trans Fat0 g
Cholesterol0 mg
Protein0 g
Total Carbohydrate0 g
Dietary Fiber0 g
Total Sugars0 g
Calcium2 mg
Iron0.1 mg
Potassium15 mg
El Secreto del Chef
Use a splash in apple-based desserts or sauces for pork to enhance the apple flavor and add depth.
Sustitutos y Proporciones de Calvado
El mejor sustituto para Calvado es Applejack, usado en una proporción de 1:1. American apple brandy, closest flavor profile.
| Sustituto | Proporción | Mejor para |
|---|---|---|
| Applejack Mejor | 1:1 | American apple brandy, closest flavor profile. |
| Apple Brandy (other regions) | 1:1 | Similar base, may vary in complexity and aging. |
| Cognac | 1:1 | Grape brandy, different fruit profile but similar oak notes. |
| Apple Juice Concentrate (reduced) | 1:1 (approx) | Non-alcoholic, for flavor in desserts (add a touch of vinegar for tang). |
Cómo Elegir y Almacenar Calvado
- Invest in a reputable brand for authentic taste.
- Age (VS, VSOP, XO) indicates maturity and flavor depth.
¿Con Qué Combina Bien Calvado?
- Pork
- Apples
- Cream
- Desserts
- Cocktails
- Coffee
Preguntas frecuentes
¿A qué sabe Calvado?
Apple, pear, oak, vanilla, sometimes nutty or floral. Apple|Oak|Vanilla
¿Cuál es un buen sustituto para Calvado?
El mejor sustituto es Applejack (1:1). American apple brandy, closest flavor profile.
¿Cómo eliges y almacenas Calvado?
Invest in a reputable brand for authentic taste. Age (VS, VSOP, XO) indicates maturity and flavor depth.
