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What is the top-rated cognac?Discover the Top-Rated Cognacs at Every Age and Price. Here are 100 of the best V.S., V.S.O.P., and X.O. This list is to help determine which cognac is the best tasting out there through votes from the WikiliQ users. Vote up your favorite and vote down the ones that just miss the mark.
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100 Top Rated Cognac Brands 2024
#1. Hennessy VS Cognac
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- Tasting Notes:Balanced, Bright, Dried Fruit, Fruity, Intense, Nutty, Oak, Round, Smooth
- Food Pairing:N/A
- ABV:40%
Since its founding in 1765, Hennessy has been guided by a passion to craft the world’s finest Cognacs - our drive to Never Stop. Never Settle. Hennessy Cognac is crafted with a strict set of standards defined by the Master Blender Renaud Fillioux de Gironde and handed down from generation to generation. However, when it comes to enjoying Cognac, we haven’t followed any rules since 1765.
Hennessy has created extraordinary cognacs since 1765 and Hennessy Very Special represents the Tasting Committee’s unique expertise. Only the most distinctive eaux-de-vie are selected which are then carefully matured for several years in oak casks and skillfully blended to reveal their warm, full-bodied flavor.
Through the nose, Hennessy V.S brings together an intense and fruity character with pleasantly oaky notes. When savored, powerful flavors suggest grilled almonds, supported by lively notes reminiscent of fresh grapes.
Savour the lively, fruity character that makes Hennessy the #1 V.S in the world neat, on ice, or in a cocktail.
Buy Hennessy V.S. online through Drizly and start enjoying a glass of the world's most loved cognac.
$43.99
#2. Rémy Martin VSOP
Rémy Martin® V.S.O.P is a well-balanced and multi-layered cognac with notes of vanilla, stone fruit and licorice. It is a blend from the most sought-after vineyards in the heart of the Cognac region of France - Petite and Grande Champagne. Rémy Martin is the only major cognac house specializing exclusively in Cognac Fine Champagne. Rémy Martin V.S.O.P is twice the age of a standard V.S, this gold color and versatile V.S.O.P embodies the perfect harmony of powerful and elegant aromas. Enjoy it neat, on the rocks, in a variety of cocktails or simply mixed with ginger ale.
$49.99
#3. Rémy Martin XO Excellence
Rémy Martin® XO is the signature of our Cellar Master who, with his expertise, blends up to 400 eaux-de-vie from the two most-sought after vineyards of Cognac - Petite and Grande Champagne. His art of blending allows to express the full aromatic spectrum of this extra-old Cognac. Rémy Martin XO is the ultimate expression of Fine Champagne and a tribute to our passionate commitment to time, tradition and respect of the land. A true symbol of luxury and prestige thanks to its complexity and iconic bottle shape.
Serve Rémy Martin XO straight, with a large ice cube or in classic cocktails.
$183.59
#4. D’USSÉ® VSOP Cognac
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- Tasting Notes:Honey, Nutty, Smooth, Spicy
- Food Pairing:N/A
- ABV:40%
Naturally aged at least four and a half years in the cellars of France's Château de Cognac, D’USSÉ™ VSOP Cognac emerges as a bold, full-bodied blend that arouses the palate. On the nose, it reveals a powerful bouquet, rich in woody notes that are layered with touches of cinnamon and floral notes. Distinctively and unexpectedly smooth, with each taste, you savor hints of spices, almond and cinnamon. Subtle accents of honey and dried fruits are the finale.
$58.17
#5. Courvoisier VS Cognac
Courvoisier VS cognac is a blend of several crus aged between three and seven years, composed principally of Fins Bois with a balancing hand of Petite Champagne. The fusion of younger and older cognacs gives Courvoisier VS a fruity, delicate taste and a bouquet filled with ripe fruit and spring flowers. The aroma is rich, fresh and oaky, balanced with the vigour of a young cognac.
$32.99
#6. Hennessy XO Gift Set
Since its founding in 1765, Hennessy has been guided by a passion to craft the world’s finest Cognacs - our drive to Never Stop. Never Settle. Hennessy Cognac is crafted with a strict set of standards defined by the Master Blender Renaud Fillioux de Gironde and handed down from generation to generation. However, when it comes to enjoying Cognac, we haven’t followed any rules since 1765.
Created in 1870 by Maurice Hennessy for his circle of close friends, Hennessy X.O was the first “Extra Old” Cognac ever invented and established the category. In 1947, Gérald de Geoffre designed the first Hennessy X.O decanter, whose distinctive form is still familiar to us today. Its silhouette is a tribute to the pyramid-like forms of the grape bunches that give birth to the Cognac eaux-de-vie.
Hennessy X.O's intense and deep amber color is a sign of its strength. Its flavors of candied fruit and its subtle and lightly spicy nose create a complete harmony: a mark of its power and roundness. To taste, a smooth, full sensation gives a simultaneously powerful and soft tonality with a hint of cocoa and a warm, fruity presence. The long finish expresses all the complexity of the cognac’s blending and its long ageing process.
Best enjoyed neat, on the rocks, or with a splash of soda water..
$208.99
#7. Courvoisier XO Cognac
Courvoisier® XO is a selection by our Master Blender of beautifully matured eaux de vie, aged from 11 to 25 years, to highlight the complexity and richness of cognac aromas. The finished product is intensely aromatic and flavourful, with a velvety texture and aromatic bouquet, laced with hints of crème brûlée, candied orange and iris flower.
$149.99
#8. Rémy Martin 1738® Accord Royal
Rémy Martin 1738® Accord Royal is an exceptionally smooth take on Rémy Martin’s signature style. Its mellow body, oaky notes of butterscotch and baked spices come from a unique process of aging eaux-de-vie in new French oak casks that were toasted using a long and soft heating process. The story starts with a royal approval: in 1738, King Louis XV granted Rémy Martin the right to expand his vineyards, at a time of land scarcity. As an homage to this ultimate recognition, the house created an exceptionally oaky and smooth blend: 1738 Accord Royal.
Best enjoyed neat, on the rocks or in classic cocktails.
$61.59
#9. Hennessy XO Ice Experience Cognac
A gift pack containing a bottle of Hennessy XO and a pair of glasses to share it from. The original 'extra-old' Cognac, first bottled in 1870 by Maurice Hennessy for family and friends. Darker and much more complex than the VSOP, with appealing leather and tobacco notes and a touch of spice – a great cigar Cognac.
$199
#10. Hennessy VSOP Privilege Cognac
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- Tasting Notes:Bold, Smooth, Toasty
- Food Pairing:N/A
- ABV:40%
Since its founding in 1765, Hennessy has been guided by a passion to craft the world’s finest Cognacs - our drive to Never Stop. Never Settle. Hennessy Cognac is crafted with a strict set of standards defined by the Master Blender Renaud Fillioux de Gironde and handed down from generation to generation. However, when it comes to enjoying Cognac, we haven’t followed any rules since 1765.
In perpetuating the legacy of the original V.S.O.P – specially conceived by Hennessy in 1817 for the English Prince Regent, who would become George IV – the objective of the Hennessy master blenders has always been to create a complete and harmonious blend: the definitive expression of a perfectly balanced cognac.
The mellow texture of its oldest eaux-de-vie perfectly complements the vitality of the youngest, which makes it ideal for any occasion, whether enjoyed on the rocks, as a long drink or in a more creative mix.
Buy Hennessy V.S.O.P online through Drizly and start enjoying a glass of the world's most loved cognac.
$81.99
#11. Courvoisier VSOP Cognac
Courvoisier® VSOP is a skillfully crafted cognac that is a blend of several crus with a perfect balance between Fins Bois, Grande and Petite Champagnes, at the peak of their aromatic potential. The result is an exquisitely balanced cognac with notes of peach and toasted almond with the gentle hint of vanilla and jasmine.
$41.99
#12. Louis Royer XO Cognac
Famous for its bee emblem, Cognac Louis Royer traces its history back to the year 1853 and is known for a wide range of quality cognacs and Pineau. Creating cognacs from all six terroirs of the Cognac growing region, the offices and cellars of Louis Royer remain in the town of Jarnac on the banks of the Charente River where they were set up over 150 years ago. Very much continuing with the traditional methods championed by the cognac house’s name sake, Louis Royer boasts five generations of family experience and skill that continue to produce a full range of cognacs distributed on a world wide scale.
$149.99
#13. St-Rémy VSOP
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- Tasting Notes:Berry, Cherry, Floral, Fruity, Oak, Vanilla, Woody
- Food Pairing:Beef, Cheese - Fresh & Soft, Cheese - Nutty & Semi-Firm, Duck & Game Bird, Fruit - Sweet
- ABV:40%
St-Rémy VSOP embodies the iconic and historical taste of St-Rémy.
It is a translation of the original recipe that made St-Rémy renowned around the
Globe.
The right choice for a great authentic taste.
St-Rémy VSOP conveys the taste of small, freshly-picked red berries, while
bringing out the sweet vanilla flavour of oak. It is a round,
balanced spirit that is easy to drink. With its light and subtle nose,
St-Rémy VSOP is excellent neat, on ice or with a simple mixer.
$14.99
#14. Pierre Patou XO Black
The deep, ruddy hue and toffee-like aroma suggest that this Cognac will be on the sweeter side. The palate delivers cherry jam fruitiness and a burst of heat up front, segueing to fudge and hazelnut on the finish, plus cinnamon and clove. It feels almost like drinking a Cognac Old-Fashioned cocktail. 93 Points by Wine Enthusiast
$74.99
#15. Camus XO Elegance
#16. Daniel Bouju Empereur Xo
#17. Hennessy Black Cognac
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- Tasting Notes:Bold, Fresh, Smooth, Toasty
- Food Pairing:N/A
- ABV:43%
Since its founding in 1765, Hennessy has been guided by a passion to craft the world’s finest Cognacs - our drive to Never Stop. Never Settle. Hennessy Cognac is crafted with a strict set of standards defined by the Master Blender Renaud Fillioux de Gironde and handed down from generation to generation. However, when it comes to enjoying Cognac, we haven’t followed any rules since 1765.
Smooth from the first aromas, yet intense throughout the tasting experience, Hennessy Black is an alluring, multi-faceted cognac. Carefully selected and subtly matured in old oak barrels, the Hennessy Black eaux-de-vie play across the palate, revealing the most surprising flavors: a remarkable duality between smoothness and intense freshness.
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$49.99
#18. Grand Marnier Cognac XO
Marnier®'s Cognac XO is a 100% Grande Champagne cognac from the best production area in the Cognac region. An exceptional blend of up to 30 rare and very old cognacs, it demonstrates the House of Grand Marnier®'s know-how in the art of blending and ageing cognacs. Our Cellar Master, Patrick Raguenaud, uses the same craftsmanship when he blends the Grand Marnier® special cuvées: Cuvée du Centenaire and Cuvée du Cent Cinquantenaire.
$79.99
#19. Salignac Cognac
A distinct blend of young cognacs before aging for a unique and extremely smooth cognac. Soft flavors of vanilla and caramel with a great balance of oak and subtle spice. Best served neat or on the rocks.
$24.99
#20. Hardy XO Rare Cognac
Sunset-orange color. Savory bouquet is ripe and fruity through all sniffings. The stunningly elegant flavors marry ripe pear, roasted almond and apricot scents to cheese-like rancio. Finishes firmly and long. An opulent, plump style.
$139.99
#21. Paul Beau Hors d’Age Cognac
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- ABV:43%
With a history dating back to the 19th century, the house of Paul Beau Cognac boasts over 100 hectares of prime Grande Champagne vineyards. As with so many of the smaller family run concerns, Beau cognac started by selling all of their eaux-de-vie to the big cognac houses. However, after the business was handed down from the founder to his son, changes were put in place to commence selling some of their wares under their own label, and the brand ‘Paul Beau’ was born.
$129.99
#22. D’USSÉ® XO Cognac
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- Tasting Notes:Apricot, Chocolate, Nutty
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- ABV:40%
D’USSÉ XO is a masterful blend by the world’s most senior Maître de Chai, Michel Casavecchia. Made from meticulously hand-selected eaux-de-vie aged ten years or more, D’USSÉ XO has earned its place as the pinnacle of the ultra-premium spirits category.
$199.99
#23. Cognac Park XO Cigar Blend Vieille Fine Champagne
Cognac and cigars have always been enjoyed together. In fact, many cognacs are described as having a cigar box or tobacco aromatic note. Thus, Maison Tessendier set out to make a Cognac that was unabashedly cigar-friendly, which means it’s a Cognac of high intensity, with a big, fruity character. Much of that comes from aging; to create Park XO Cigar Blend, Distillerie Tessendier blends Cognacs from Grande Champagne and Petite Champagne that have been in the barrels with a medium toast, for a minimum of 30 years, predominantly in humid cellars.
The Cognac Park brand was created in 1995 and, at that time, was a new project between the Tessendier family and Dominic Park, a Scotsman who sought out the Tessendier family for their generations of experience in the Cognac trade. The distillery itself was founded in 1880, when Gaston Tessendier tended his family vineyards located in the prestigious growing area of the Borderies, acting on his ambition to create outstanding Cognac. Single-mindedly, Gaston learned to work his vineyards and later, with the help of his son, began distillation of his wines. The company has remained in the Tessendier family through four generations. Today, the current family estate remains at Domaine Du Buisson, its original site, housing the family’s vineyards and winery. It is composed of more than 25 hectares in the heart of one of the most exclusive growing regions, the Borderies.
$149.99
#24. Martell Cognac VSOP Aged In Red Barrels
We exclusively age our eaux de vie in fine grained oak barrels, in order to enhance subtly the delicate fruity aromas of our spirits, crafted from Martell specific distillation method.
When a barrel is called “Red”, a reference to the reddish color of aged wood, it has aged before other eaux-de-vie during at least 2 years up to 8 years, reaching the perfect stage of maturation for both the wood and the spirit.
For Martell VSOP aged in Red Barrels, our cellar master selected only these very rare “red fine grained oak barrels” to age this cognac, highlighting Martell specific ageing style.
$47.99
#25. Pierre Patou VSOP
Demanding in its creation, yet immediate in its tasting, Patou V.S.O.P. maintains its unique style across time. As a reflection of Patou know how, Patou V.S.O.P.'s personality is the result of carefully selecting some of the most expressive and distinctive.
$32.99
#26. Martell VS Single Distillery Cognac
Martell VS Single Distillery marries spirits from a single distillation source in the Cognac region, in France, for a richer and more intense expression of the Martell distillation style.
Among the great cognac houses, Martell double distils exclusively clear wines – from which all sediments have been removed – in order to preserve the authentic fruity aromas of the grapes, and reveal an extreme finesse, that are hallmarks of the Martell style. Taking this approach further, each bottle of Martell VS Single Distillery is blended from eaux-de-vie derived from a single distillation source. In this supremely smooth blend, the luscious fruity aromas associated with Martell are truly taken to new heights.
$36.29
#27. Tesseron Cognac XO Perfection Lot No. 53
Tesseron Lot N°53 XO Perfection is a cognac made from Ugni Blanc and Colombard grapes. The blend consists of Grande Champagne eaux-de-vie. The cognacs were aged more than two generations in wooden barrels from Limousin.
$349.99
#28. Mathilde Liqueur Grande Mathilde XO
#29. Cognac Park XO Grande Champagne Traditional Reserve
The grapes for this blend are grown exclusively in Grande Champagne, recognized as the premiere growing region of Cognac and known for producing fine and delicate eaux-de-vie that have exceptional aging potential, often requiring many years to develop full aromatic richness. After spending one year aging in new oak barrels, the eaux-de-vie are transferred to used oak with medium toast, spending a minimum of 20 years aging prior to blending.
The Cognac Park brand was created in 1995 and, at that time, was a new project between the Tessendier family and Dominic Park, a Scotsman who sought out the Tessendier family for their generations of experience in the Cognac trade. The distillery itself was founded in 1880, when Gaston Tessendier tended his family vineyards located in the prestigious growing area of the Borderies, acting on his ambition to create outstanding Cognac. Single-mindedly, Gaston learned to work his vineyards and later, with the help of his son, began distillation of his wines. The company has remained in the Tessendier family through four generations. Today, the current family estate remains at Domaine Du Buisson, its original site, housing the family’s vineyards and winery. It is composed of more than 25 hectares in the heart of one of the most exclusive growing regions, the Borderies.
$115.24
#30. Tesseron Cognac XO Exception Lot No. 29
Four stars and "Highly Recommended" by F. Paul Pacult of Spirit Journal: "Bronze/copper/ topaz color; ideal purity. This aroma owns a similar nut paste/oak scent as the Lot No. 53; with further air exposure, the bouquet takes on an orangy/citrusy leaning as the smell turns fruiter the more it aerates; lovely and compelling. The palate entry is supple, fruity sweet, and ripe; the midpalate stage highlights melded flavors of light caramel, marzipan, and nougat. Ends up oaky sweet, lightly spiced, and satiny. Like this cognac very much."
$692.99
#31. Hennessy VS Gold Limited Edition
Hennessy VS "Gold" Limited Edition
Since its founding in 1765, Hennessy has been guided by a passion to craft the world’s finest Cognacs - our drive to Never Stop. Never Settle. Hennessy Cognac is crafted with a strict set of standards defined by the Master Blender Renaud Fillioux de Gironde and handed down from generation to generation. However, when it comes to enjoying Cognac, we haven’t followed any rules since 1765.
Hennessy has created extraordinary cognacs since 1765 and Hennessy Very Special represents the Tasting Committee’s unique expertise. Only the most distinctive eaux-de-vie are selected which are then carefully matured for several years in oak casks and skillfully blended to reveal their warm, full-bodied flavor.
Through the nose, Hennessy V.S brings together an intense and fruity character with pleasantly oaky notes. When savored, powerful flavors suggest grilled almonds, supported by lively notes reminiscent of fresh grapes.
Savour the lively, fruity character that makes Hennessy the #1 V.S in the world neat, on ice, or in a cocktail.
Buy Hennessy V.S. online through Drizly and start enjoying a glass of the world's most loved cognac.
$45.99
#32. Pierre Ferrand Ambre
As the nose develops, aromas of Ambré celebrates the fine notes of flowering vines, pear, and plum, which are, typical of a great Premier Cru de Cognac. To achieve this level of complexity and finesse, Ambré is distilled from the traditional Ugni Blanc grape and the rare Colombard grape which delivers intense and delicious floral notes. Quercus Sessiliflora oak barrels add subtle notes of vanilla and a beautiful ambré colour.
$49.99
#33. Martell Blue Swift
#34. A. de Fussigny XO
Fussigny's XO is a Grande and Petite Champagne eaux-de-vie blend, comes in both 70cl and 50cl bottles. The spirit consists of at least 50% Grande Champagne wines, the distilling is traditional. The humid cellars of Fussigny are situated at the river of Charente, pushing aromas to where they are supposed to end up. Like all Fussigny Cognacs, the XO is aged in Tronconnais casks or Limousin oak barrels.
$113.16
#35. Rémy Martin V
Born in legendary French vineyards, Rémy Martin® V is a bold and sophisticated distilled grape spirit. The finest Ugni Blanc grapes are strictly selected to create this flavorful eau-de-vie de vin. Distilled twice in copper pot stills in the traditional manner to preserve its bold character, the result is a uniquely refined spirit that rises to any occasion. It reveals fresh aromas with hints of grapes, pears, and a uniquely smooth and crisp finish. On the rocks, Rémy Martin V is vibrant and intricate. Mixed, it reveals the soul of great cocktails, classic and new creations alike.
$40.69
#36. Davidoff VSOP Cognac
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- Tasting Notes:Apricot, Honey, Nutty, Peach, Tobacco
- Food Pairing:Cheese - Nutty & Semi-Firm, Dessert - Vanilla & Caramel, Fish - White, Fruit - Dried, Nuts
- ABV:80%
DAVIDOFF VSOP offers an exceptional concentration of aromas. A true work of art that will delight every connoisseur.
Selection of 20 cognac eaux-de-vie from Fin Bois, Bon Bois and Petite Champagne
Aged 7 years in Limousin oak. The first 7 months in new oak barrels to create the vanilla flavor and then in lightly charred (5 to 40-year-old) barrels.
Wood aromas of blond tobacco, nuts and honey on the nose followed by smooth fruity peach, orange, nuts, honey and tobacco flavors with a lot of delicacy.
Perfect neat, on the rocks or in a French Old Fashioned!
Pair with nuts, scallops and Honduran cigars.
$54.99
#37. Ferrand Cognac Ancestrale
#38. H by Hine VSOP Cognac
#39. Mathilde Grand XO
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- ABV:40%
The Cognac Ferrand brand doesn’t just sell its cognac on its own, it also mixes the spirit with fruit infusions to create cognac-based liqueurs. We tried the company’s Orange XO, one of five liqueurs the company sells.
$22.99
#40. Pierre Ferrand 1840 Grand Champagne
Pierre Ferrand "1840 Original Formula" Grande Champagne Cognac was developed by Alexandre Gabriel, the company's proprietor, Christian Guerin, its cellar-master, and David Wondrich, American spirits and cocktail historian. Closely modeled on a rare, perfectly preserved bottle of Pinet-Castillon Cognac from the year 1840, this expression of Pierre Ferrand recreates the kind of Cognac that bartending pioneers of the 19th century would have used for their Juleps, Crustas and Punches.
$44.99
#41. Deau Cognac XO
DEAU XO, a cognac for Epicureans! Soft, delicate and ample with a generous taste, DEAU XO reveals a marvelous balance of aromatic flavors. DEAU XO is a blend of cognacs sourced mostly from Petite Champagne and Fins Bois and aged in small Limousin oak wood barrels for 10 to 15 years. Deep amber color and mahogany nuances. Floral (jasmine, violet) and fruit aromas (dry plum, cinnamon). Refined and elegant flavors, with delicate touch of oak wood. Ample, well balanced with an extra smooth finish.
$99.99
#42. Guillon Painturaud Hors D’age Grande Champagne Cognac
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- ABV:40%
Dark copper color, along with an aroma of grilled mushrooms, raisins, almonds and fresh figs. Hints of ripe fruits (particularly plums and peaches), prunes and vanilla. Oaky, slightly sweet finish.
$214.99
#43. Hennessy VS Limited Edition by JonOne Cognac
The latest in the Hennessy tradition of artistry, urban art pioneer JonOne has created the new V.S Limited Edition bottle design for 2017. This meeting of two icons expresses the art of blending in brilliant colors — it is the 7th in Hennessy’s ongoing series of collaborations with internationally renowned artists.
Intense character and full-bodied flavors, V.S reveals its liveliness whether enjoyed neat, on ice, or with a mixer.
(Retailers may carry varying vintages)
$42.99
#44. Gran Gala VS Cognac French Oak Aged
#45. Pierre Patou VS
Patou VS is a reference in the art of blending with its unique style. In union of warm-hearted and full bodied flavors, Patou VS endures through the ages and pleases connoisseurs searching for a very special moment.
$23.99
#46. Kelt Cognac XO
Kelt XO is the legend that launched the KELT company. Mr. Kelt wanted to recreate the XOs that he knew in the 1960s and 1970s but improve on them. He went about this in his usual way of extreme attention to detail which some today misname OCD. The proof came early when the KELT XO was the only XO ever (or since) to win a Platinum medal in the International Wine and Spirits Competition. For many years Mr. Kelt made only the KELT XO until he could perfect other blends to his exacting standards.
This cognac is the epitome of the KELT company reason for being : to recreate a quality that used to exist by traditional methods and thereby providing the consumer with extreme quality at reasonably affordable prices. The KELT XO is a very complex blend of 21 different venerable Grande Champagne cognacs which combine to make our XO a quality well above its grade, even two grades above.
Once the blending is completed we embark on the Tour du Monde. This is the legendary 3 month Ocean Maturation exclusive to KELT which brings out hidden qualities in the Limousin oak and rounds off the cognac in a beautiful and unique way making the KELT cognac the smoothest on the market while presenting a remarkably broad pallet of tastes and aromas.
We use our extensive experience and stock of Limousin oak barrels in the most creative way to get the maximum effect from the Ocean Maturation. For our Commodore we use barrels of between 12-18 years of a particular quality and history. The exact composition and details are a closely guarded secret know only to two persons within the company.
The blending and Tour du Monde puts our XO in a tasting age somewhere in the EXTRA quality.
$165.25
#47. Gautier VS
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- ABV:40%
Embodying the first ageing of Cognac, the Gautier VS has been carefully crafted by the cellar master of Maison Gautier essentially from Cognacs from the Fins Bois and the Bons Bois for a perfectly balanced and harmonious Cognac.
$25.99
#48. Hennessy XO Cognac Limited Edition
In 1870, Maurice Hennessy created Hennessy X.O for his circle of friends and introduced a new style of cognac. Hennessy X.O is the Original, the emblematic icon of the Hennessy Maison.
Deep and powerful, the eaux-de-vie of this Hennessy X.O cognac are aged in young barrels and marked out by their power and energy, but also by their capacity to achieve a great roundness through time.
Our Tasting Committee has explored every facet of the blend and identified several emotions that were assimilated to an Odyssey through 7 chapters:
Sweet Notes: The palate is warmly embraced by flavors of candied fruit.
Rising Heat: The intriguing sensation of an intense, rising heat slowly reveals the complex taste of eaux-de-vie patiently aged in oak barrels.
Spicy Edge: Perception of a strong spicy cognac note, tantalising the lips and palate with its distinct peppery flavor intertwined with a hint of chocolate.
Flowing Flame: A wave of warmth grows, crests and then breaks. A robust presence, full and voluptuous, is felt.
Chocolate Lull: There is the gradual discovery of something very familiar. It is the well-rounded flavor of a rich, dark chocolate.
Wood Crunches: A striking sensation is suddenly felt – the vigorous ebb and flow of oak notes interlaced with vanilla.
Infinite Echo: The evanescent oak notes leave a long, omnipresent finish in their wake. Seemingly endless, it echoes all of the subtleties of each taste and sensation that has preceded it.
$201.64
#49. Marquis De Gensac Cognac XO
#50. Camus Cognac Borderies XO
#51. Kelt VSOP Cognac
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- ABV:40%
A traditional Grande Champagne VSOP which is allowed to age much longer than the legal minimum of 4,5 years in its Limousin oak barrels forms the base for this renowned cognac. It is blended with much older cognacs to receive the quality level required of a KELT cognac.
Once the blending is completed we embark on the Tour du Monde. This is the legendary 3 month Ocean Maturation exclusive to KELT which brings out hidden qualities in the Limousin oak and rounds off the cognac in a beautiful and unique way making the KELT cognac the smoothest on the market while presenting a remarkably broad pallet of tastes and aromas.
We use our extensive experience and stock of Limousin oak barrels in the most creative way to get the maximum effect from the Ocean Maturation. For our VSOP we use younger barrels of between 4-12 years of a particular quality and history. The exact composition and details are a closely guarded secret know only to two persons within the company. The blending and Tour du Monde puts our VSOP in a tasting age squarely between Napoleon and XO. Some experts even favour our VSOP against other brands’ XOs.
$64.99
#52. Empereur XO Cognac
#53. Hine Rare VSOP Fine Champagne Cognac
#54. A.E. Dor Cognac Rodell Napoleon
Deep amber color. Dusty raisin, old brown sugar, and mineral aromas follow through to a brisk fruity medium body of buttery caramel corn and golden raisin flavors with a hot white pepper and mineral fade.
$12.99
#55. Delpech-Fougerat XO Cognac
#56. Camus Extra Elegance
This is Camus top of the line product containing their highest quality eau-de-vie. The Cognac is between 30 and 50 years old and is package in the most exquisite sleek and elegant bottle. Camus is a family owned house which specializes in Cognac from Borderies, but this contains juice from all three top regions, including significant portions of Grand Champagne and Petite Champagne. In my opinion this beats some of the Hors d'age from the bigger houses that come in at more than twice the price. Compares favorably to bottlings like Hennessy Paradis. (David Othenin-Girard, K&L Spirits Buyer)
$386.84
#57. Martell VS Cognac
#58. Comte Joseph Cognac Xo
#59. Cognac Park Borderies Mizunara
Mizunara is a rare variety of oak from Japan used to create barrels mostly used for aging Japanese whiskies. To create Cognac Park Borderies Mizunara, we employ a unique barrel finish to a beautiful blend Single cru cognac from the Tessendier family estate in the esteemed Borderies growing region. These blends spend at least four years in lightly toasted oak, followed by six months in Japanese Mizunara oak casks. The Mizunara cask finish brings intensity and depth, conferring notes of vanilla, cocoa, and spice. These rich notes meld seamlessly with the lighter, floral character of the Borderies cognacs. Produced in limited editions due to the difficulty of obtaining Mizunara casks, this cognac will definitely appeal to the whiskey palate, but it will be collectors who want to add to their collection.
The Cognac Park brand was created in 1995 and, at that time, was a new project between the Tessendier family and Dominic Park, a Scotsman who sought out the Tessendier family for their generations of experience in the Cognac trade. The distillery itself was founded in 1880, when Gaston Tessendier tended his family vineyards located in the prestigious growing area of the Borderies, acting on his ambition to create outstanding Cognac. Single-mindedly, Gaston learned to work his vineyards and later, with the help of his son, began distillation of his wines. The company has remained in the Tessendier family through four generations. Today, the current family estate remains at Domaine Du Buisson, its original site, housing the family’s vineyards and winery. It is composed of more than 25 hectares in the heart of one of the most exclusive growing regions, the Borderies.
$69.99
#60. Cognac Park XO Extra Grande Champagne Cognac
Cognac Park Extra is born from a blend of the best eaux-de-vie of the Grande Champagne, each aged for a minimum of 40 years in the cellars of the Tessendier family estate in oak casks, an atmosphere that is soft, humid, and fresh, on the serene banks of the River Charentes. This blend is the pinnacle of the Cognac Park range.
The Cognac Park brand was created in 1995 and, at that time, was a new project between the Tessendier family and Dominic Park, a Scotsman who sought out the Tessendier family for their generations of experience in the Cognac trade. The distillery itself was founded in 1880, when Gaston Tessendier tended his family vineyards located in the prestigious growing area of the Borderies, acting on his ambition to create outstanding Cognac. Single-mindedly, Gaston learned to work his vineyards and later, with the help of his son, began distillation of his wines. The company has remained in the Tessendier family through four generations. Today, the current family estate remains at Domaine Du Buisson, its original site, housing the family’s vineyards and winery. It is composed of more than 25 hectares in the heart of one of the most exclusive growing regions, the Borderies.
$289.99
#61. Hennessy Master Blender’s Selection No 1 Cognac
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- ABV:43%
Since its founding in 1765, Hennessy has been guided by a passion to craft the world’s finest Cognacs - our drive to Never Stop. Never Settle. Hennessy Cognac is crafted with a strict set of standards defined by the Master Blender Renaud Fillioux de Gironde and handed down from generation to generation. However, when it comes to enjoying Cognac, we haven’t followed any rules since 1765.
The Hennessy Master Blender’s Selection Nº1 is a pure expression of unparalleled craftsmanship. Crafted as a single batch, it is the first in a series of rare and limited offerings.
$92.99
#62. Maxime Trijol XO Cognac
A family of 5 generations of growers and distillers, settled in the heart of the cognac region since 1859. We are today one of the most important independent family distillery specialized in cognac. Jean-Jacques Trijol now runs the frim with the same passion as his forbears to ensure the sustainability of their expertise and the crafting of exceptional products. TASTING NOTES Wood spices and waxy fruit, more in the berry family, are found on the nose. The palate is full of dried fruits like raisins and prunes along with a touch of coffee. Dark spiced caramel is present with those dried fruits on the finish which is long-lasting.
$99.99
#63. Mandarine Napoléon 375ml
#64. Landy Cognac VS
This is a superb VS Cognac from Ferrand's Landy range. It was distilled from grapes grown in the Grande Champagne, the Petite Champagne and the Fins Bois regions. The result is a supple, fruity brandy with orange notes.
$26.49
#65. Pasquinet XO Cognac
#66. Meukow Red Panther VSOP
An award-winning cognac from meukow their vsop is aged for longer than the law requires and is full of fruity flavor. It’s also presented in the company’s trademark bottle with a leaping panther molded onto the glass
$47.99
#67. Tiffon XO Fine Champagne Cognac
#68. Branson Cognac VS Phantom
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- ABV:40%
Drinking more like a VSOP, than a VS. Phantom has a dark golden color and a note that displays aromas of vanilla and notes of fruit. On the palate flavors of oak, apple and light citrus come through with an elegant and bold finish.
$46.52
#69. Maison Surrenne XO Grand Champagne Legacy Cognac
#70. Marquis De Gensac Cognac VSOP
#71. Hennessy Paradis Rare Cognac
Since its founding in 1765, Hennessy has been guided by a passion to craft the world’s finest Cognacs - our drive to Never Stop. Never Settle. Hennessy Cognac is crafted with a strict set of standards defined by the Master Blender Renaud Fillioux de Gironde and handed down from generation to generation. However, when it comes to enjoying Cognac, we haven’t followed any rules since 1765.
Created in 1979, Hennessy Paradis is so named for the Hennessy Founder’s Cellar, where only the finest, rarest and oldest eaux-de-vie are kept. It is a cognac of remarkable depth and elegance. This cognac is made from 100 eaux-de-vie that have been aged for up to 130 years. Expert selection and blending ensure it epitomises harmony, finesse and maturity. It is presented in a stunning decanter by Italian designer Ferruccio Laviani.
At first, Hennessy Paradis reveals its delicate and velvety character, hinting at the silky texture that will follow. Cinnamon, as well as candied fruit give way to the fragrance notes recalling dried roses or sweet briar rose jam. Hennessy Paradis plays with these fragrant paradoxes to offer to the palate an endless consistency. A paradox of aromas– the surprisingly spicy notes softened by perfumes of dried rose petals, and the power of its headier notes, voluptuous and tempting. Enhanced by a silky texture for a delightful gourmet and enveloping tasting experience.
$999.99
#72. Hine Antique Fine Champagne
#73. Arman Cognac Xo
#74. Christian Drouin Calvados XO
#75. Martell Vsop W/2 Snifters
#76. Hennessy Master Blender’s Selection No 3 Cognac
Since its founding in 1765, Hennessy has been guided by a passion to craft the world’s finest Cognacs - our drive to Never Stop. Never Settle. Hennessy Cognac is crafted with a strict set of standards defined by the Master Blender Renaud Fillioux de Gironde and handed down from generation to generation. However, when it comes to enjoying Cognac, we haven’t followed any rules since 1765.
For the third edition in the series, Maison Hennessy is pleased to present the very first creation of Renaud Fillioux de Gironde – 8th generation Master Blender and successor to Master Blender Yann Fillioux. This blend embodies his creativity, imagination and predilection for certain eaux-de-vie, which he would like for both Cognac novices and connoisseurs to take pleasure in discovering.
$114.99
#77. Meukow Cognac VSOP
#78. Philbert XO Cognac
Inviting nose with hints of honey with a touch of fudge. Deep, rich, full flavored mouth with smooth flow and fine oak texture. Fairly soft in the mouth with soft flows across the palate. Long, well sustained finish containing hints of honey and ripe fruit with fine floral notes.
$87.99
#79. Comandon VS Cognac
Comandon Cognac "Very Special" (VS) is a harmonious blend of some fourty eaux-de-vie from the best terroirs of the Cognac region selected for character and softness. It is aged for between 4 and 8 years in red Limousin oak casks that enhance our cognacs with subtle aromas. The result of this superior blend is an exceptionally fine and smooth cognac VS.
$39.49
#80. Pineau des Charentes
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- ABV:17%
Pineau des Charentes is the sweet, strong 'Vin de Liqueur' of the Charentais (Cognac) region of western France. It is made by adding Cognac eau-de-vie from the previous year's distillation (or older) to fresh grape must of the current vintage. By law, the must is required to be freshly harvested (although it may have undergone a partial fermentation) and the Cognac must have an alcohol content of at least 60%. The resulting mixture has an alcoholic strength of 16–22% and a sugar content of at least 125g/L. Because the must remains essentially unfermented, it retains all of its 'grapey' flavors and – ideally – the varietal characteristics of the grapes used, which develop over time. All Pineau des Charentes is aged at the winery for at least 18 months – including 12 months in oak barrels. To earn the right to be labeled as vieux (old), the wines must spend five years or more in oak; the oldest of all are tres vieux, which require a full 10 years in barrel.
$24.99
#81. Aga Vie Agave & Cognac
#82. Castarede VSOP
#83. Paulet Cognac VSOP
Pours a dark copper with glints of gold, revealing aromas of apricot, prunes, and white grapes. Dried fruits persist on the palate followed by vanilla and pastry notes. Lightly smoky with a long finish.
$39.76
#84. Hardy Legend 1863 Cognac
Legend 1863 is a tribute to the Cognac’s world and to the HARDY‘s family. Worthy successor of Napoléon, combining the elegance of Petite Champagne with the delicacy of Borderies. A unique bottle with an attractive design which shows the rooster, the symbol of the brand and France. An exceptional quality.
$54.99
#85. Baron Otard VSOP Cognac
This elegant cognac comes with full-bodied flavour, great finesse and a good finish. The nose is rich in floral notes, backed by touches of linden tree leaves, pear, tobacco and a hint of vanilla. On the palate, it is round and mellow, with subtle, fruity sweet flavours enhanced by a hint of spices. It has an opulent deep golden colour.
$45.99
#86. Clem’s Cowboy Cognac
Amber color. Aromas of chocolate covered toffee and pears, kettle roasted nuts, dried pineapple, and raisin studded king cake with a round, vibrant, fruity medium body and a smooth, medium-long dulce de leche, buttercream frosting, leather, and tiramisu finish. A rich and decadent VS cognac that truly delivers; classic cocktails will shine with this spirit.
$10
#87. Landy Cognac Desir Lady
#88. Louis Royer Vsop Preference
#89. Deau Privilege Cognac
#90. Branson Cognac VSOP Royal
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Bright amber in color, with hints of gold. An initially oaky bouquet is followed by an intense fragrance. On the palate it is very mellow with a slight burn. Elegant floral and spice aromas give way to woody herbs, vanilla, raisins and other dried fruits.
$55.36
#91. De Luze Extra Fine Cognac
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- ABV:40%
OUR DELICIOUS COGNAC IS DISTILLED WITH LEES IN SMALL POT STILLS, THEN IT’S AGED IN OAK BARRELS BUILT BY OUR OWN COOPER. FINALLY, AFTER SLOW-AGEING, OUR MASTER BLENDER PERFECTS THE FINAL LIQUID WHICH IS FILLED INTO OUR ICONIC BOTTLES
$329.99
#92. Deau Cognac VS
Smooth and Silky. Deau VS Cognac has been distillated following the traditional methods of Cognac craftsmanship. It is composed exclusively of eaux-de-vie taken from the premier’s crus of the Cognac region, slowly aged in French oak barrels. They have achieved the necessary maturity to be carefully blended, to give birth to a fresh and silky bouquet of fruit and aromas, with a subtle vanilla finish. Deau VS has a fresh and silky bouquet of fruit aromas, with a subtle vanilla finish. Deau VS is blend is subtle and lively, and is the perfect base for long and short drinks.
$25.99
#93. Lheraud XO Charles IIi Cognac
An XO Cognac from the Lhéraud House (which dates back to 1860), overflowing with rich vanilla pod, dark coffee and hazelnut notes. Presented in a classy decanter along with a glass stopper for that extra helping of style.
$564.99
#94. Delamain Gift Pack
#95. Hine Rare VSOP Cognac
#96. Camus Ile De Re Cliffside
#97. Martell Caractere Cognac
The initial nose is characterised by exceptional freshness and great liveliness, with the harmonious pairing of notes of pear and citrus – lemon, grapefruit and tangerine peel – delicately heightened and rounded by notes of sweet spices (cinnamon, clove) and vanilla. After swirling, the nose becomes richer with more pronounced candied notes of prunes and raisins.
$35.99
#98. Grand Marnier 150th
A limited edition of Grand Marnier celebrating the 150th anniversary of the creation of the company by founder Jean-Baptiste Lapostolle. This exceptional cuvee was created in 1977. Deep amber / copper tones. Complex powerful aroma. Majestuous combination of cognac and orange. Complex taste with wood and vanilla accents. Exceptionally long and lingering after-taste.
$28.49
#99. Gelas Armagnac Selecion
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A blend of 3 to 5 year-old Armagnac made from Ugni Blanc and Baco grapes. Notes of honey and dried plums. Soft and smooth, with a satisfying sweetness on the palate. While the Gelas family can trace its origins in Gascony back through the centuries, Maison Gelas Armagnac was founded in 1865 and has been in its present location in Vic Fezensac ever since. The firm is now run by the engaging Philippe Gelas, who represents the 4th generation of the Gelas family at the helm. Today the production follows the techniques of distillation traditional to the region, but the marketing is modern and innovative. Philippe Gelas offers a wide range of styles of Bas Armagnac and imaginative presentations. Most importantly, the vague old designations such as Reserve and Hors d’Age have been replaced by precise statements of age such as 8 years, 18 years, and 25 years, complemented by an essential entry-level “Selection.”
$44.99
#100. Camus Ile De Re Double Matured
Distilled on the lees to enhance the original flavors of the eaux-de-vie from which it is produced, CAMUS Ile de Ré Double Matured is the result of a unique aging process. It is first matured on Ile de Ré in a damp cellar, after which the eaux-de-vie are transported to Cognac and placed in very old barrels which have been toasted specifically to give the cognac structure and a smoky flavor. The combination of these two aging stages creates a sophisticated, original Cognac. Ideal straight, over ice, served with fish or spicy dishes.
$67.99