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Hennessy Launches RTD: A Margarita, an Iced Tea and a Berry Mojito in a Cognac Bottle
Hennessy enters the ready-to-serve market with three cognac cocktails: Henny Rita, Henny Berry and Henny Iced Tea. What they are, why these flavours, what the press says, and our take.
by Virginia Wenz3 viewsall-articlesbrand-insightscognac-newscocktailscognac-cocktailshennessy - news
Mexico and Cognac, 1826 to 2026
A 200-year history of the cognac trade between France and Mexico. Merchants, agents, locally bottled imitations, the Vidaurreta 1938 painting, the 1997 protection of the cognac name, and the EU-Mexico agreement signed in Brussels on 22 May 2026. With 17 archival images.
by Max3 viewsall-articlesbrand-insightscognac-newsa-e-dorbisquitbrandy - news
Bourbon Meets Cognac: The Cask-Crossover Reshaping Brown Spirits in 2026
Bourbon brands are finishing in cognac casks. Cognac houses are finishing in bourbon casks. The 2026 US crossover guide, with the bottles to try first.
by Taylor3 viewsall-articlesbrand-insightsbarrelborderiescaskcognac - news
Three Cognac Cocktails Nobody Has Made Yet
We set ourselves a small rule: invent three cognac cocktails that, as far as we can tell, have never been made before. We web searched every recipe. What survived is built around three landscapes of the Charentes: sea, hayfield, and forest.
by Virginia Wenz3 viewsall-articlescognac-lifestylecharentecocktailpineau-des-charentesrecipe - news
The Phantom Heist: Fake Trucks, Forged Papers, and the Looting of Cognac
Inside the brazen supply chain fraud targeting France’s most storied spirit trade On the morning of November 20, 2025, a truck pulled up to the loading dock of Maison Peyrat in Cognac, Charente. The driver was in his thirties and described by witnesses as “very convincing.” He had paperwork. Not rough forgeries, but near-perfect imitations [...]
by Max3 viewsall-articlescognac-newscharentecognaccrimehardy - news
Age Statement in Cognac: It’s About Time
It is quite interesting to compare across spirit categories focusing on the notion of age, and how it is communicated on the bottle to the buyer. Scotch whisky makes wide use of the age statement, a statement of years aged in barrel which represents the age of the youngest whisky in the bottle. Rum too [...]
by Taylor4 viewscognac-universityall-articlesage-statementcahier-des-chargeschainiergrosperrin - news
11 Best Small Producer XO Cognacs – A Family Tasting in our Warehouse
We shut the warehouse doors for a few hours, pushed aside a pallet of calendar boxes, and turned our Charente workplace into a makeshift tasting room.Eight of us around the table: Yes, we tasted in the midst of our Black Friday and Christmas madness. Eleven XO Cognacs, all from small or independent houses, all purchased [...]
by Virginia Wenz5 viewsour-tastingsall-articlesour-picksaudryblind-tastingfamily-tasting - news
All About Cognac Cocktails – including 30 recipes
30 Cognac cocktails, expert mixing tips and answers to every FAQ—discover how to shake up classic and modern serves at home.
by Virginia Wenz5 viewsfood-drinks-cocktailsall-articlesawardbrandycocktailshennessy - news
All About Fruity Cognacs (+12 of the best)
Welcome to article 2 of 4 in the Cognac Expert educational series that explains the different seasons of Cognac. Here we discuss the summer aroma and taste trends that fall under the fruity Cognac banner. You can read the first in the series, All About Floral Cognacs, here. Whether you’re new to exploring Cognac or [...]
by Virginia Wenz4 viewscognac-universityall-articlespopular - news
Cognac Market Update 2025: Outlook, Key Growth Drivers & Future Trends
Recent Economic Trends Shaping Cognac in 2025 According to the International Monetary Fund’s April 2025 World Economic Outlook, global economic growth remains moderate, with forecasts of 3.2% for 2024 and 2025, but with significant variation by region. While this price isn’t a major acceleration, stability in key economies has supported ongoing demand in luxury categories, [...]
by Virginia Wenz5 viewscognac-newsall-articlesbrand-insightscognac-universityeconomic-trendshennessy - news
The Independent Bottlers of Cognac & Armagnac
Independent bottlers are carving out a distinctive space in the Cognac and Armagnac world, introducing a fresh and dynamic approach to these classic French spirits. While the industry has long been defined by its traditions, family legacies, and established houses, independent bottlers bring a wave of originality, modernity, and boldness. By sourcing unique casks, emphasizing [...]
by Taylor4 viewscognac-universityall-articlesbrut-de-futcask-strengthgrape-of-the-artin2spirits - news
Counterfeit Cognac: Protecting the Legacy of an Exquisite Spirit
The allure of Cognac, with its rich history and unparalleled craftsmanship, has captivated connoisseurs around the world for centuries. This prestigious spirit, produced exclusively in the Cognac region of France, embodies tradition, quality, and authenticity. However, the rising tide of counterfeit Cognac poses a significant threat to both consumers and the industry, undermining the integrity [...]
by Virginia Wenz5 viewscognac-universityall-articlesaoccognaccounterfeiteducation - news
Revitalizing Tradition: A Look at Recent Cognac Brand Redesigns
Cognac houses are steeped in history and tradition, but even the most storied brands recognize the need to evolve. Recently, several Cognac producers have undergone redesigns and rebrushes, updating their visual identities while staying true to their heritage. In this post, we’ll explore the changes made by Prunier, Guillon-Painturaud, Hine, Hardy, Martell’s Single Cru Collection, [...]
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