Hennessy VS

Hennessy Very Special (VS) Cognac is aged in new French oak barrels and blended from over forty carefully selected eaux-de-vie from the Cognac region. It delivers bold aromas of toasted oak, vanilla, and roasted almonds, followed by juicy fruit flavors on the palate. Enjoy neat, on the rocks, or in a classic Sidecar.

This listing is for the 200 ml size. At a 1-ounce cocktail measure, that volume provides approximately 6 pours before allowing for spills or a different recipe.

Begin with a small pour in a glass with room for the aroma. Try it at room temperature, then add a few drops of water or an ice cube if you prefer. Keep the glass away from a heat source, since warming it aggressively can make the alcohol more prominent. A simple serve gives you a useful reference before you add citrus, liqueur or a sweeter mixer.

For a Sidecar variation, shake 1 ounce of brandy with half an ounce each of orange liqueur and fresh lemon juice, then strain into a chilled glass. Taste before deciding on a sugar rim. For a longer drink, try soda water over ice with a citrus twist. Choose one mixer or garnish at first so you can tell which element changes the balance and repeat the version you enjoy.