Hennessy Pure White Cognac

At a hundred bucks a bottle and being so rare in the USA, I can’t help but wish this cognac was a bit more exciting. It’s got a pleasant light fruity taste and aroma, but the heavy alcohol burn makes it feel kind of...cheap somehow. As a brandy fan I truly like it and savor every sip but I’m not sure I’ll buy it again. It’s something nice to have experienced, but nothing makes it stand out all that much besides its apparent rarity.

Wow I'm actually surprised at these high ratings. A friend and I had this together on new years and (though he's not a big drinker, I am) we both thought it was way too harsh for its price and tasted of... licorice? I love cognac and brandy but why the hell does this taste of licorice? If I wanted that I'd go get some anisette. The hype is unfounded,and the price unjustified. Don't bother.

A rich Brandy from Cognac, France crafted with Fins Bois Ugni Blanc grapes & double copper pot distillation bottled at 40% ABV. It has an aromatic birth with notes of fruits, wood & flowers; while a fruity life adds notes of apple & pear; that led to a rich death with a touch of oak.

Nice, but nothing outstanding from many other vsop cognacs. Perhaps fresher is taste, not as much prune. Maybe the rarity makes people rate it higher.

There is a strong grape flavor. The texture is almost silky, but it still has the warmth of brandy. I’d recommend it on the rocks

This is definitely something special. If you can find it, buy it. You won't regret it. Not available in Ontario.