National Brandied Fruit Day

National Brandied Fruit Day is every year on October 20th by all lovers of brandied fruits. Brandied fruits are obtained by soaking fresh fruits in brandy with spices and sugar, and are often used as a filling or for decorating cakes, desserts, and pies.

History

The origin of National Brandied Fruit Day is not exactly known, but brandied fruit has a rich history of its own. In 1313, it was customary in France to use brandy as a medicine and the alcohol itself was called the “water of life.” Brandy has antibacterial properties which help with flu and colds. In 1797, George Washington launched the commercial distillation of brandy with the help of Scottish farmer James Anderson. Since the 19th century, fruit brandy has become popular all over the world, as well as brandied fruits. It was discovered that such fruits did not decompose during storage and were stored longer. The most popular fruits for preservation in brandy are apples, cherries, peaches, grapes, and blueberries.

Interesting Facts

• In 1780, the oldest US distillery, Applejack, was established in New Jersey.
• The word “brandy” comes from the Dutch “brandewijn”, meaning “burnt wine.”
• To create brandied fruits, they must be infused in alcohol for at least 30 days.

How to Take Part

Try making your own fruit brandy or canning your favorite fruit with brandy; recipes are available online. Also, on the occasion of the holiday, visit a restaurant in your city where dishes are served with fruit canned in brandy. A photo of the finished dish with this product can be published on your social media page with the hashtag #NationalBrandiedFruitDay.

When is National Brandied Fruit Day in 2025?

National Brandied Fruit Day is devoted to celebrating cheerfulness and fun. It happens annually on October 20th.

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