Pommeau is a sweet, medium-strength alcoholic drink made from apple juice and apple brandy. It comes from Normandy and Brittany in France, where it is typically aged for 2-2.5 years in oak barrels, with an alcohol content of 16-18%.
How it is made
Pommeau is made by blending apple juice with apple brandy, specifically Calvados in Normandy and Lambig in Brittany. The mixture is then aged in oak barrels for 2-2.5 years, though some varieties in Normandy are aged for 14-16 months.
Types and styles
Pommeau is classified as a fortified wine and comes in two protected varieties: Pommeau de Bretagne and Pommeau de Normandie. It is recognized for its red-brown color and sweet profile.
How it is served
Pommeau is typically served chilled as an aperitif. It can also be enjoyed with blue cheeses, melon, or desserts. On this site, you can find it in the Naramata cocktail.
Adapted from the Russian Wikipedia article Поммо, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.