Martell Blue Swift VSOP Cognac
Cognac

Martell Blue Swift VSOP Cognac

Martell750 ml40% ABV

Cognac VSOP finished in charred Kentucky bourbon casks

This innovative spirit is a VSOP cognac finished in toasted Kentucky bourbon casks, merging French elegance with American wood depth. The nose opens with rich caramelized pear, coconut, and baking spice, leading to a smooth palate of vanilla cream and ginger.

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92/ 100
Outstanding
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Best enjoyed

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

Traditional
Glazed pork belly or pan-seared duck breast
Vegetarian
Dark chocolate truffles or pecan pie
Cheese
Aged Gouda or Blue cheese
Also good withDark ChocolateAged Gouda

A cocktail to make with it

Swift Old Fashioned

  • 2 oz Martell Blue Swift
  • 0.25 oz Simple Syrup
  • 2 dashes Angostura Bitters
  • Orange peel for garnish

In a mixing glass filled with ice, combine all ingredients. Stir well until chilled, then strain into a rocks glass over a large ice cube. Garnish with an orange peel.

Serve in a snifter

The story behind it

The maker

Founded in 1715 by Jean Martell, Martell is the oldest of the great Cognac houses, renowned for its focus on the Borderies growth area. Over three centuries, the historic house has preserved its passion and rare savoir-faire, continually introducing innovative expressions like Blue Swift.

How it is made

Crafted by finishing classic Martell VSOP Cognac in charred Kentucky bourbon casks, this release marks a historic bridge between French distillation and American aging. This unique finishing technique breaks traditional cognac boundaries to create a complex, hybrid spirit.

From Cognac, France

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