It's a sublimely opulent Cognac with intense rancio notes (smoky/nutty characters) that as Albert Tesseron says, "you never find in Cognacs less than two generations old". More viscous and dense in the mouth than the Légende, it's still remarkably sophisticated and (indescribably) complex, with prodigious length on the finish. Each sip fills the mouth with perfume. Sheer indulgence.

Meukow has been established in Cognac for over 150 years and has built a strong reputation as masters in distillation, ageing and blending of brandies. Here they base a Liqueur Cognac on their VS Brandy which shows exotic flavours of deeply roasted coffee beans matched with the smooth and elegant Cognac notes of liquorice and nutmeg.

A highly aromatic spirit distilled from good wine and infused with Mediterranean herbs. In Croatia it is served on ice before or after lunch.

St Agnes put purity first when making their products. This VSOP is aged for 5 extra years to smooth and intensify this already silky Brandy. Savour a glass on the rocks or by the fire.

Rich, full-bodied and complex, XO combines the spicy aromas of oak and leather with the sweeter essences of flowers and ripe fruit. Well-balanced, the initial flourish is dominated by the powerful suggestion of pepper and rancio, which testify to the long years it has spent being aged.

In 1865, inspired by a decorative handle of his offi ce window, Maurice Hennessy created the now-famous star symbol that he would use to classify his Cognacs. Thus was born the 3- Star Cognac, better known today as Hennessy VS which is a complex blend of more than forty eaux-de-vie (brandy parcels) from the four premier growing areas of the Cognac region.

A balanced cognac, marked by an oaky taste. Its time spent ageing in a barrel infuses it with complex aromas along with notes of caramelised dried fruits and prunes. This tone adds a number of rich qualities to a cocktail.

Widely regarded as one of the greatest Cognacs, Hennessy has a tradition of producing Cognacs of the highest quality. The VSOP from Hennessy is the epitome of balance and class and is a blend of 60 different eaux-de-vie aged up to 15 years. Every aspect of this Cognac is perfectly proportioned and demands to be drunk slowly, unadulterated and savoured.

This 50mL miniature bottle is just perfect when you want to give that little thank-you gift.

Bright golden amber colour; plum and vanilla aromas with hints of spicy cloves; light to medium bodied with a warm finish.