What is sherry?

Sherry

Fortified wine from around Jerez in southern Spain, ranging from bone dry and salty to dark and syrupy sweet.

What it tastes like

Depends on the style: crisp, salty and nutty for fino; rich, toasty and walnutty for oloroso; raisin-sweet for PX.

Where you’ll see it

Spanish tapas bars, sherry flights, cocktail menus in cobblers and low-ABV drinks, and dessert lists.

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