Kammer Williams-Birne Black Forest Pear Brandy
Kammer Williams-Birne Black Forest Pear Brandy is a 40% ABV (80 proof) unaged German pear eau-de-vie from Distillerie Kammer-Kirsch in the Black Forest — distilled from Williams pears (the variety Americans call Bartlett) and mellowed in glazed jugs in cool vaulted cellars rather than oak, so it stays crystal clear. A 750mL bottle of pure pear character. Order German brandy online at Del Mesa Liquor, San Diego, CA.
- ABV: 40% (80 proof)
- Size: 750mL
- Style: Unaged pear eau-de-vie (no oak contact)
- Fruit: Williams (Bartlett) pears
- Origin: Black Forest, Germany
Black Forest Pears, Nothing Else
Williams-Birne is Germany's classic fruit spirit, and Kammer-Kirsch makes it the traditional way: ripe Williams pears distilled into a crystal-clear eau-de-vie, then left to mellow in glazed jugs at a constant cool temperature deep in vaulted cellars. No oak, no color, no shortcuts — just the interplay of fresh pear and soft herbal notes. See more Kammer spirits or browse other fruit brandies in the brandy collection.
Tasting Notes
Crystal clear with an aroma dominated by fresh pear. The palate is soft and rounded, layering ripe pear over gentle herbal notes with a clean, delicate finish — the hallmark of a well-made eau-de-vie.
How to Enjoy
Serve chilled or neat as an after-dinner pour — it pairs beautifully with coffee. It also works in cocktails that need a pure pear note, and it's excellent for soaking fruit for desserts.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is pear brandy aged like whiskey?
No. This Williams-Birne is unaged — it mellows in glazed jugs in cool cellars instead of oak, which is why it stays crystal clear.
What are Williams pears?
The same variety Americans call Bartlett pears — the classic fruit for German pear eau-de-vie.
How should I serve Kammer Williams-Birne?
Chilled or neat, alongside coffee as an after-dinner drink, in cocktails, or to soak fruit.
When only true pear character will do, order Kammer Williams-Birne Black Forest Pear Brandy online at Del Mesa Liquor — pickup or delivery across San Diego, CA.