Description
Ararat Vaspurakan 15 Year Armenian Brandy – 80 Proof (40% ABV) | 700ml
Refined, mature, and beautifully layered, Ararat Vaspurakan 15 Year Armenian Brandy is a premium aged expression that showcases the elegance and depth of traditional Armenian brandy craftsmanship. Bottled at 40% ABV (80 proof) in a 700ml bottle, this luxurious 15-year-aged brandy offers rich notes of dried fruit, spice, chocolate, and oak with remarkable smoothness and balance.
Process & Aging
Produced by the historic Yerevan Brandy Company, Ararat Vaspurakan is crafted from carefully selected Armenian grape distillates aged for a minimum of 15 years in Caucasian oak barrels. The extended maturation develops exceptional complexity and velvety texture while preserving the fruit-forward profile and aromatic richness that define premium Armenian brandy.
Named after the historic Armenian principality of Vaspurakan, this expression honors Armenia’s cultural heritage and centuries-old tradition of craftsmanship.
Appearance
Deep amber with rich mahogany and copper highlights, reflecting prolonged oak aging and luxurious concentration.
Tasting Notes
Nose: Elegant aromas of dried apricot, fig, vanilla, toasted walnut, honey, dark chocolate, and polished oak unfold with warmth and complexity.
Palate: Smooth and full-bodied, revealing layers of caramelized fruit, roasted nuts, cocoa, cinnamon, espresso, spice, and mature oak balanced by refined sweetness and silky texture.
Finish: Long and warming, with lingering notes of dried fruit, vanilla, dark chocolate, spice, and oak.
What Makes It Special
Ararat Vaspurakan 15 Year stands out for its balance of richness, maturity, and drinkability. The 15-year aging process creates a luxurious and highly polished profile while retaining the vibrant fruit character that distinguishes Armenian brandy from Cognac and other grape-based spirits.
The use of Caucasian oak barrels contributes distinctive spice and texture characteristics, adding depth and elegance to the final spirit.
How to Enjoy
Best enjoyed neat in a snifter to fully appreciate its evolving aroma and layered complexity. Allow the brandy several minutes to breathe in the glass, revealing deeper notes of fruit, oak, chocolate, and spice over time.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the alcohol content of Ararat Vaspurakan 15 Year Armenian Brandy?
It is bottled at 40% ABV (80 proof).
How long is this brandy aged?
This expression is aged for a minimum of 15 years in Caucasian oak barrels.
What is the bottle size?
This expression comes in a 700ml bottle.
Pricing & Availability
This listing includes one 700ml bottle of Ararat Vaspurakan 15 Year Armenian Brandy, bottled at 80 proof (40% ABV). Available now at Old Town Tequila while supplies last.
Brand Story
Founded in 1887, the Yerevan Brandy Company has become one of the world’s most respected producers of Armenian brandy. Through generations of craftsmanship, traditional distillation methods, and aging in Caucasian oak barrels, Ararat has built a global reputation for quality and authenticity. Ararat Vaspurakan 15 Year reflects that legacy through a sophisticated aged expression inspired by Armenia’s rich history and cultural heritage.