How Much Does E & J Vsop Cost in 2026?
E & J Vsop — All Sizes & Prices
| Bottle Size | Price | Price/oz | Price/Shot | Shots |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 200ml (Half Pint) 6.8 oz | $3.38 | $0.50 | $0.75 | 4.5 |
| 375ml (Pint) 12.7 oz | $5.25 | $0.41 | $0.62 | 8.5 |
| 750ml (Standard) 25.4 oz | $10.50 | $0.41 | $0.62 | 16.9 |
About E & J Vsop
E&J VSOP is a California brandy produced by E&J Gallo Winery, classified as an American brandy with 40% ABV, distilled from fine varietal grapes, charcoal filtered, and mellowed in American white oak casks for a smooth profile. What makes it special is its affordability at $10.50 for 750ml, available in 200ml, 375ml, and 750ml sizes, offering VSOP-style refinement without premium pricing, ideal for budget-conscious drinkers seeking value in mixing or sipping. It's perfect for casual enthusiasts, home mixologists, or those new to brandy who want approachable oak-aged flavors without complexity overload. Compared to pricier cognacs, E&J VSOP punches above its weight in mixability, excelling in cocktails like Sidecars or Sours where its vanilla-caramel notes shine, though neat sipping reveals mixed reviews on smoothness versus ethanol burn. Overall, it's a reliable everyday brandy for versatility over luxury.
Tasting Notes
👃 Nose
Aromas blend rich vanilla, toasted oak, and caramel, evoking a velvety oak-aged character. Some detect subtle spice and fruit hints, though ethanol can dominate, giving an upfront alcoholic punch with faint bubblegum or juicy notes. Lighter reviews note brown spices and vanilla cream, but intensity varies.
👅 Palate
Smooth and velvety texture carries vanilla, toasted oak, caramel, and spice for a refined warmth. Artificial fruit, chocolate, or peach emerge with some sweetness, but alcohol heat and burn often overpower, tasting like vanilla-enhanced ethanol or grape cough syrup to critics. Mouthfeel coats the tongue with moderate body, light on smoke but occasionally bitter.
✨ Finish
Long and elegant with lingering warmth and smoothness from oak. Some experience a quick, bitter aftertaste with minimal flavor depth.
Popular Cocktails with E & J Vsop
Sidecar — Mix E&J VSOP with Cointreau, lemon juice, and simple syrup, shake with ice and strain into a sugar-rimmed glass.
Brandy Sour — Combine E&J VSOP with lemon juice, simple syrup, egg white, and bitters, shake vigorously and serve over ice.
Brantini — Stir E&J VSOP with dry vermouth and a dash of orange bitters, strain into a chilled martini glass.
Food Pairings
Dark chocolate, Caramel desserts, Grilled peaches, Cheddar cheese, Spicy barbecue
