Calvados should always be tasted at room temperature, preferably in a tulip-shaped glass or one that tapers at the top to concentrate its aromas.
As an aperitif (young calvados)
During a meal (young calvados or slightly aged): - to accompany marinated fish (very cold young calvados, as if using vodka or aquavit)
trou normand: a lump of apple sorbet, not too sweet, drizzled with calvados
to accompany cheeses, especially those from Normandy (such as Camembert or Livarot)
to accompany apple- or chocolate-based desserts. No wine is entirely satisfactory as an accompaniment to apple-based desserts. Pommeau and Calvados are the perfect pairing for them.
As a digestif (well-aged Calvados is best for this), on its own or with a piece of dark chocolate or a cigar.