Meukow VS Cognac
Cognac

Meukow VS Cognac

Meukow750 ml40% ABV

Elegant VS Cognac marked by smooth dried orange and oak

This VS Cognac presents an exceptional harmony of round, fruity elements with subtle woody nuances. It opens with bright aromas of dried orange peel and ripe grapes before revealing a soft, toasted oak character on the palate.

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86/ 100
Very good
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Best enjoyed

Room temperature64-70F
Nosing glassSnifter
Celebration
Gifting
Nightcap
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Food pairings

Traditional
Pan-seared duck breast with cherry reduction
Vegetarian
Dark chocolate-dipped candied orange peels
Cheese
Aged Gouda or creamy Roquefort
Also good withAged Cheese

A cocktail to make with it

Cognac Sidecar

  • 2 oz Meukow VS Cognac
  • 0.75 oz Triple Sec or Cointreau
  • 0.75 oz Fresh lemon juice
  • Lemon peel for garnish

Shake all ingredients with ice until chilled, then strain into a sugar-rimmed coupe glass and garnish with a lemon peel.

Serve in a snifter

The story behind it

The maker

Founded in 1862 by brothers Auguste-Christophe and Gustave Meukow, who were sent from Russia by Tsar Alexander II to source Cognac for the royal court. Today, the family-run house continues to blend historic Russian elegance with traditional French craftsmanship.

How it is made

The house of Meukow is uniquely recognizable by its iconic panther bottle design, symbolizing strength, elegance, and flexibility. Their Cognac is distilled on the lees and aged in french oak barrels within their historic cellars in the town of Cognac.

From Cognac, France

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