Castarede Blanche D'Armagnac 80

Castarède Blanche d'Armagnac is a clear, unaged Armagnac — the same grapes and Gascon terroir as aged Armagnac, but bottled fresh from the still for a vibrant, fruit-forward spirit.

Maison Castarède, founded in 1832, is the oldest Armagnac trading house in the world. Blanche d'Armagnac shares the name, grape varieties, and Gascony origin of its aged cousin, but skips barrel aging entirely — producing a cleaner, clearer spirit. Smoother and rounder than most eaux-de-vie yet still potent, it is richer and warmer than vodka and notably versatile behind the bar.

Tasting Notes

• Nose: Big, funky, fruity aromatics
• Palate: Bold and fruit-driven with a robust spirituous warmth
• Finish: Long and brawny

Specs

• Producer: Maison Castarède, Bas-Armagnac, France (est. 1832)
• Style: Blanche d'Armagnac (clear, unaged)
• Region: Gascony, France
• ABV: 40% (80 Proof)
• Size: 750mL

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Frequently Asked Questions

• What is Blanche d'Armagnac? A clear, unaged Armagnac bottled straight from the still, sharing the grapes and Gascon region of aged Armagnac without barrel maturation.
• How is it different from aged Armagnac? Without oak aging it is clear rather than amber, and shows fresh, vibrant fruit rather than the leather, spice, and rancio of long-aged expressions.
• How should I use it? Its clean, fruity intensity makes it an excellent base for cocktails.