It is one of the "big four" cognac houses, [1] along with Martell, Courvoisier, and Rémy Martin, who together make around 85% of the world's cognac. [2] Hennessy sells approximately 102 million bottles of its cognacs per year, [3] making it the world's largest cognac producer, and in 2017 its sales represented around 60% of the US cognac market. [4] As well as distilling cognac eaux-de-vie itself, the company also acts as a négociant. [5] Cognac makers ramp up U.S. efforts as China sips less". Reuters. 2015-11-22 . Retrieved 2023-08-11. We’ve reviewed countless special editions from iconic Cognac producer Hennessy over the years, but its core line has strangely eluded our pen. Today we begin to rectify that with a look at two stalwarts of Hennessy’s core line: VS and XO. Exclusively available in France, is entirely covered with a "chameleon" paint presenting a mixture of blue, yellow and green. 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.

We're sister and brother, Sophie and Max, and we are part of a new generation of Cognac lovers. Our dream is to rejuvenate the world of Cognac, and to get rid of the tweed and cigar image that has been associated with the spirit for so long. Cognac has many beautiful facets: While its tradition and cultural heritage are closely tied to the French Charente-region, Cognac attracts international customers who are looking for sophistication and a unique experience.Our Tasting Committee has explored every facet of the blend and identified several emotions that were assimilated to an Odyssey through 7 chapters:

Hennessy. "Hennessy And Multi-Platinum Recording Artist Nas Unveil Year Two Of The "Wild Rabbit" ". www.prnewswire.com (Press release) . Retrieved 2022-03-23. Foto: Gwendoline Poirier, a Cognac expert and tour guide at the Hennessy distillery in France.sourceKatie Warren/Business InsiderGrady, Constance (2019-08-26). "How the Taylor Swift-Kanye West VMAs scandal became a perfect American morality tale". Vox . Retrieved 2021-12-07. 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.

Remy Martin has a similar size range to that of Martell, including some great value VSOPs and Napoleon qualities. They’re also well known for their annual limited edition XO created for the iconic Cannes Film Festival. Cognac makers ramp up U.S. efforts as China sips less". Reuters. 2015-11-22 . Retrieved 2022-03-23. The most dominant names in cognac are Hennessy, Courvoisier, and this one right here: Rémy Martin. Founded in 1724, the top cognac house straddles a full spectrum of ages and prices. Its best-known expression, VSOP, is the biggest-selling VSOP worldwide, and a perfect base for your next sidecar. Which is better Courvoisier VS or VSOP?

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The Hennessy cognac distillery was founded by Irish Jacobite military officer Richard Hennessy in 1765, who had served in the army of Louis XV. [7] [8] He retired to the Cognac region, and began distilling and exporting brandies, first to Britain and his native Ireland, closely followed by the United States. [8] In 1813 Richard Hennessy's son James Hennessy gave the company its trading name, Jas Hennessy & Co. [9] He was also responsible for choosing Jean Fillioux as the house's Master Blender. A member of the Fillioux family has occupied the role ever since, a business relationship that has lasted eight generations and more than 250 years. [10]