How Much Does E & J Vs Cost in 2026?
E & J Vs — All Sizes & Prices
| Bottle Size | Price | Price/oz | Price/Shot | Shots |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 200ml (Half Pint) 6.8 oz | $3.00 | $0.44 | $0.67 | 4.5 |
| 375ml (Pint) 12.7 oz | $4.83 | $0.38 | $0.57 | 8.5 |
| 750ml (Standard) 25.4 oz | $9.72 | $0.38 | $0.58 | 16.9 |
| 1.75L (Handle) 59.2 oz | $21.00 | $0.35 | $0.53 | 39.4 |
About E & J Vs
E&J VS is a flagship American brandy from E&J Gallo Winery, crafted from California grapes like French Colombard, Folle Blanche, St. Emilion, and early Barbera, distilled and aged a minimum of two years in American oak barrels for a smooth, light-bodied profile at 40% ABV. What makes it special is its affordability—$9.72 for 750ml—combined with award-winning quality, including gold medals at international competitions, offering rich notes of dried fruit, vanilla, toasted oak, caramel, and spice in a velvety texture. Ideal for brandy newcomers, casual drinkers, and mixologists seeking value without sacrificing elegance, it stands out in the 'Other Spirits' category as America's most preferred brandy, versatile for sipping neat, on rocks, or cocktails, outperforming pricier imports in everyday accessibility and consistent smoothness.
Tasting Notes
👃 Nose
The nose opens with inviting aromas of dried fruit, vanilla, and toasted oak, laced with hints of spice and subtle caramel. A whisper of apple adds freshness to the warm, barrel-aged bouquet. Overall, it promises a rich yet approachable California brandy experience.
👅 Palate
Smooth and velvety on the palate, it delivers flavors of dried fruit, caramel, vanilla, and toasted oak with notes of sweet stone fruit like apricot and peach. Subtle toasted brown spice and toffee provide balance and warmth in a light-bodied, crisp mouthfeel. The column distillation ensures elegance without heaviness.
✨ Finish
The finish is long, elegant, and clean, with lingering warmth, refined smoothness, and a touch of sweetness.
Popular Cocktails with E & J Vs
Brandy Sour — Mix E&J VS with lemon juice, simple syrup, and egg white, shaken and strained over ice for a frothy classic.
Sidecar — Combine E&J VS, Cointreau, and fresh lemon juice, shaken and strained into a sugar-rimmed glass.
Brandy Old Fashioned — Stir E&J VS with sugar, bitters, and soda over a large ice cube, garnished with orange twist and cherries.
Food Pairings
Rich cheeses like aged cheddar or blue cheese, Dark chocolate desserts, Grilled meats or barbecue ribs, Nutty pastries or fruit tarts, Spicy Asian stir-fries
