Bazaar spent an unforgettable weekend with Hennessy to experience their deep and delicious collection of cognacs.
The History
In 1870, Maurice Hennessy created Hennessy X.O for his circle of friends and introduced a new style of cognac that has since become one of the Maison’s bestsellers.
Delicately distilled in traditional Charentais copper stills and matured in French oak barrels, Hennessy X.O has become an emblematic icon for the brand along with Hennessy V.S.O.P Privilege and Hennessy Paradis.
The Chart-Toppers
The history of cognac dates back to the 1600s and since then, it has been a versatile drink. Whether you sip it neat, on ice or as part of a cocktail, cognacs are known to have an elevated, sweet yet spicy taste. Today, Hennessy is by far the largest distiller that crafts the prestigious liquor.
The Maison’s collection of cognacs has peppery flavours with hints of dark chocolate that tantalise the tastebuds instantly. From the X.O to the Paradis, each cognac has robust flavours that are familiar to fans of the brand. Concocted with a flow of oak notes that’s interlaced with vanilla, all of the cognac has an omnipresent finish. Perfectly stunning enjoyed by themselves or when socialising, drinkers can relish Hennessy’s cognac anywhere and anytime.
A Weekend With Hennessy
Known as a symbol of French luxury, the Maison does not disappoint when it comes to taste and finish. To celebrate the spirit, the brand hosted a weekend getaway where we had the opportunity to delight ourselves with their bestsellers with food pairings and a masterclass, which was guided by experts.. From a heart beef wagyu meal to a sweet orange chocolate tart dessert, we revelled in a gastronomic menu. On top of that, each menu were paired beautifully with Henessy’s chart-toppers
For the connoisseurs and beginners alike, it was an eye-opening experience to learn how to fully appreciate the liquid gold. It was a weekend to remember as we had the pleasure of sharing exquisite cuisine, prestige liquids, and even better company.
All images courtesy of Hennessy
