10 Best Cognac Brands June 2015

A good bottle of cognac is more than a drink. It is an experience. That is why it is worth your time to review this list for the leading cognac brand. These brands have been carefully selected to represent the best cognacs on the market. When considering your choices, read to learn where each brand is made and research the history of the label. You should also look to see what distinctions the brand offers. Cognac is labeled based on the time it was aged before being bottled. You can use this list to experience the best cognac currently available. The companies below have been reviewed based on a wide range of qualitative and quantitative statistics. In some cases, variable listing fees effect position on this list; however only highly-regarded firms are accepted through our review analysis. Learn more about our ranking process here.

 Leading Cognac Brand Logo: Martell Creation Grand Extra

#1 of 10 Best Cognac Brands of 2015 - Martell Creation Grand Extra is a cognac that is gold in color and is produced in a region of France. The bottle is elegantly designed in the shape of a curve with a silver topper that has gold designs. An aroma of raisins is present as well as honey and nuts. The sweetness of the honey flavor comes through when tasting. The cognac has a taste that is similar to marmalade. It is silky and smooth on the palate with a strong finish.

 Best Cognac Brand Logo: Majesté XO Cognac
#2 of 10 Leading Cognac Brands

Majesté XO Cognac

Cognac, France

#2 of 10 Top Cognac Brands of 2015 - Majesté XO Cognac is a drink that is known in China. It has an amber color and comes in a small bottle that is similar to a perfume bottle with a silver topper. There are delicate flavors used in making the cognac. A licorice note is present when smelling. On the palate, there are notes of honey and licorice. There isn't as much of a warming sensation as there are very few, if any, spices used in the cognac.

 Best Cognac Brand Logo: Courvoisier Initiale Extra

#3 of 10 Leading Cognac Brands of 2015 - Courvoisier Initiale Extra is produced in France and has a dark amber color. This is a beverage that comes in an elegantly designed bottle with a curved base. The alcohol content is 40%. This is a cognac that has been aged for at least 30 years, giving it a rich flavor that has a sweet note. A double distillation process in copper pots is used. There are notes of vanilla and honey on the palate for a smooth taste.

 Top Cognac Brand Logo: Richard Hennessy Cognac
#4 of 10 Top Cognac Brands

Richard Hennessy Cognac

Cognac, France

#4 of 10 Best Cognac Brands of 2015 - Richard Hennessy Cognac is a product of France. The bottle is elegantly designed with curves along the edges and a silver topper. Aging is done in oak barrels for at least two years, often for longer periods to give the rich flavors and amber color. There are delicate scents of flowers and fruits on the nose as well as spices that include nutmeg and fennel. Flavors of honey and vanilla can be detected on the palate along with raisins and juniper.

 Best Cognac Brand Logo: Leopold Gourmel Cognac Age des Epices

#5 of 10 Leading Cognac Brands of 2015 - Leopold Gourmel Cognac Age des Epices is made in France and has an alcohol content of 43%. It has a dark amber color and has been aged for about 20 years, sometimes longer. The dark color comes from the longer aging, but this also gives the cognac its intense flavors. There are round notes on the nose of honey and leather. When the drink hits the palate, there is a rush of flavor from the sweetness of the honey and wood. There is a warm finish or pepper and coriander.

 Top Cognac Brand Logo: Pierre Ferrand Reserve Cognac

#6 of 10 Top Cognac Brands of 2015 - Pierre Ferrand Reserve Cognac has a golden color and comes in a tall bottle. The company has only been making cognac since 1989. Traditional methods of making the drink are used. There are a few prominent aromas that include cinnamon and apples. The drink has a sweet taste on the palate with gentle flavors of chocolate and orange. There are also notes of almonds when tasting. A sweet ending on the palate makes this an ideal drink for enjoying after dinner.

 Leading Cognac Brand Logo: Louis Royer Cognac
#7 of 10 Best Cognac Brands

Louis Royer Cognac

Cognac, France

#7 of 10 Leading Cognac Brands of 2015 - Louis Royer Cognac is a product of France and comes in an elegant bottle. The cognac is double distilled in copper pots. It has a copper color and leaves a scalloped edge after swirling. This is a drink that has several fruit components, such as apricots and peaches as well as notes of oak. The taste is almost like a jam with a sweetness from the fruit flavors. There is a warm finish that lingers on the palate.

 Top Cognac Brand Logo: A. De Fussigny Cognac
#8 of 10 Top Cognac Brands

A. De Fussigny Cognac

Cognac, France

#8 of 10 Top Cognac Brands of 2015 - A. De Fussigny Cognac is made with traditional distilling methods. The cognac is stored in humid cellars. This storage method creates an enhanced aroma. There is a delicate balance to the flavors in the cognac. Aromas of fruits and vanilla are present when smelling. There are tasting notes of hazelnut, spices and a few flowers. This is a rich beverage that is easy on the palate, making it a drink ideal for after dinner. Hints of licorice and plum linger on the palate.

 Best Cognac Brand Logo: Camus Cognac Extra Elegance

#9 of 10 Best Cognac Brands of 2015 - Camus Cognac Extra Elegance is from a region in France. There is an alcohol content by volume of 40%. The white wine that is used in crafting is double distilled. Oak barrels are used in the aging process. There is a velvet finish to the cognac. The drink has intense flavors of flowers and fruits. Some of the fruits that can be detected are oranges and apples. When smelling the cognac, there are notes of leather and oak.

 Top Cognac Brand Logo: Cognac Gautier
#10 of 10 Leading Cognac Brands

Cognac Gautier

Cognac, France

#10 of 10 Best Cognac Brands of 2015 - Cognac Gautier is made in France. The beverage has a golden color with an alcohol content by volume of 40%. There is white wine used in making the drink, and it is fermented before being double distilled. When smelling the drink, you can detect various fruits. There are fruit notes on the palate as well as vanilla. The cognac leaves a spicy finish. This is a drink that has a delicate balance of flavors instead of one overwhelming the other.

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