Brandy made in France (now chiefly used generically to denote any French grape-based spirit, as opposed to a designated regional brandy such as cognac or Armagnac).
Origin
Mid 17th century; earliest use found in Samuel Hartlib (d.?1670).
Definition of French brandy in US English:
French brandy
noun
Brandy made in France (now chiefly used generically to denote any French grape-based spirit, as opposed to a designated regional brandy such as cognac or Armagnac).
Origin
Mid 17th century; earliest use found in Samuel Hartlib (d. ?1670).