Dutch brandy (in Dutch: Vieux /vjø:/) is Dutch imitation cognac (a type of brandy), previously also called (in Dutch) "Koetsiertje" or "Koetsierscognac" (as in cognac drunk by carriage riders - Dutch "koetsiers") or "Hollandse Cognac" ("Dutch Cognac"). Cognac is a grape-based distilled product, whereas Dutch brandy has virtually nothing to do with grapes. The colour is white to dark brown.