Paul Masson Brandy Price Guide

An Introduction to Paul Masson Brandy

Paul Masson is a popular brandy in the US and worldwide with a smooth and rich taste and a very attractive price point. Read on to learn more about this unique spirit, get tasting notes, cocktail recipes and of course our Paul Masson Brandy Price Guide!

A Brief History

The Paul Masson winery and brand were founded by Paul Masson, a French immigrant who moved and settled down in California, USA in the year 1878. A few decades later, Masson began selling sparkling wine and other spirits like brandy, quickly making Paul Masson Brandy a famous label on the west coast of the United States.

What is brandy?

Brandy is produced by distilling wine, usually white. Brandy is aged in wooden barrels, often made of oak to help the spirit pull the flavor of the wood. The type of wood can sometimes vary depending on the type of brandy a distillery is trying to produce. Similar to wine, the longer a brandy is left to age, the smoother and richer the flavors can be.

A Wide Selection of Brandy

What makes Paul Masson brandy so well-known are their innovative flavors and a wide selection of brandy. They offer brandy infused with the sweet tastes of mango, red berry, peach, apple, and even pineapple. Paul Masson is an excellent choice for brandy novices, as their flavors aren’t too overbearing or fruity and sweet.

These delicious flavors help to set Paul Masson apart from other brandy distilling companies. They keep with the traditional oak-aging process but have also taken steps to meet the adventurous demands of a new market.

Difference Between Brandy and Cognac

Cognac and brandy are pretty much the same things, except that cognac is made in a very specific region of France (aptly named Cognac). Brandy that is made anywhere else in the world must be called brandy. A similar example would be champagne, which can only be called as such if it’s made in Champagne, France, and called sparkling wine if they’re produced anywhere else.

Paul Masson Brandy Prices List

Type	Size	Price	Proof
Paul Masson VS	375ml	$7.99	80
	750ml	$13.99	80
	1L	$18.99	80
	1.75L	$20.49	80
Paul Masson VSOP	750ml	$14.99	80
Paul Masson Mango	750ml	$12.99	54
Paul Masson Apple	750ml	$12.99	54
Paul Masson Pineapple	750ml	$12.99	54
Paul Masson Peach	750ml	$12.99	54
Paul Masson Red Berry	750ml	$12.99	54

Paul Masson Brandy Prices Compared to Other Brands

Rémy Martin

In comparison to other cognac brands like Rémy Martin, Paul Masson brandy tends to be significantly cheaper and offer higher volumes. A bottle of Rémy Martin VSOP (375ml) can cost anywhere between $46.20 – $49.99, while a bottle of Paul Masson VSOP (750ml) ranges between $12.99 – $14.99. This is in part due to the exclusivity of Rémy Martin cognacs, as well as the intricate distilling process they use to produce their cognacs.

Martell

Much like Rémy Martin, Martell is a distiller of cognac. Cognac is made with a very specific harvesting, distilling, and aging process. In addition, it must be produced out of Cognac, France. As a result, a bottle of Martell VSOP can range between $34.99 – $46.99. This is nearly three to four times more expensive than the VSOP that Paul Masson offers.

Courvoisier

Courvoisier is another well-known cognac producer, and is amongst one of the oldest cognac distilling companies based out of France. A 700ml bottle of Courvoisier VSOP Exclusif can be priced between $89.99 – $95.99, which is incredibly high in comparison to what Paul Masson offers.

Hennessy

Hennessy, much like Martell and Courvoisier, is a cognac producer. A bottle of Hennessy VS (750ml) ranges between $33.99 – $38.99, while a bottle of Paul Masson VS for the same volume only ranges between $12.99 – $14.99. Brandies made outside of Cognac, France tend not to fetch as high a price in general.

E&J

E&J is a brand that produces their brandy out of California just like Paul Masson, and therefore cannot be considered a cognac. E&J’s products are a lot cheaper when compared to Rémy Martin or any other cognac producing house. A 750ml bottle of E&J Brandy typically ranges from $20.99 – $22.99, which is comparable to the bottles that Paul Masson offers.

Common Recipes: What to Mix with Paul Masson Brandy

Cranberry Brandy Cocktail

• 1 ½ Parts Paul Masson Brandy
• 4 ½ Parts Cranberry Juice

In a tall glass, pour ingredients over cubed ice. Feel free to garnish with a lemon or orange wheel for an extra hit of citrus tones. Simple, but elegant, this drink is the perfect compliment for any dinner party or warm summer evening around a fire.

Peach Moscato

• 1 Part Paull Masson Peach Brandy
• 4 Parts Moscato Wine

In a shaker, combine the ingredients over ice and shake very gently to allow the flavors to blend. Into either a tall glass or a martini glass, pour the drink over crushed or cubed ice. This fruity drink is an excellent choice for those trying brandy for the first time, as the flavors are light and not overbearing.

Apple Ade Sangria

• 1 ½ Parts Paul Masson Apple Brandy
• ½ Part Cranberry Juice
• ¾ Part Lime Juice
• ¾ Part Triple Sec

Pour ingredients into a shaker over cubed ice and shake very well to mix. Over a chilled glass, strain the blended ingredients. You can pour the mix over crushed ice if you’d prefer a drink with a “slushie” consistency. This is another great cocktail to try or recommend to any friends who are introducing themselves to the world of brandy.

Mango Pina Colada

• 1 ½ Parts Paul Masson Mango Brandy
• 2 Parts Pineapple Juice
• 2 Parts Coconut Cream
• Juice of One Lime Wedge

This particular cocktail requires the use of a powerful blender. In a blender, pour all of the ingredients over cubed ice and blend on high. Be sure not to over-blend, as this can actually begin to heat up the ingredients and leave you with a warm drink. If this does happen, or if you prefer your drink to be a lot colder, simply add more ice. Once blended, pour into a tall glass and enjoy!