10 Best XO Cognac Brands 2017

Only the most cultured and experienced cognac lovers know to pursue an XO cognac label for their premium collection. These cognac labels are all at least 10 years old and are known for producing the boldest and smoothest options. The best XO cognac label is one that delivers unique and memorable flavor and feel with every bottle. Before you invest in your next cognac purchase, try out one of the expert producers of XO cognac on this exclusive list. You will not be disappointed with the taste or blend of the XO cognac from any one of these top labels. 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.

 Best XO Cognac Label Logo: Hennessy XO
#1 of 10 Top XO Cognac Labels

Hennessy XO

Cognac, France

#1 of 10 Best XO Cognac Labels of 2017 - Hennessy XO has a deep amber color and comes in a short bottle with intricate designs on the sides of the bottle. Dried fruits are present when smelling, including dates and plums. There is a sweet taste on the palate. Tasting notes include cocoa and the various flavors of the dried fruits. A caramel finish is noticed, leaving a soothing taste in the mouth after consuming the beverage. This is a drink made in a region of France.

 Top XO Cognac Label Logo: Majesté XO Cognac
#2 of 10 Leading XO Cognac Labels

Majesté XO Cognac

Cognac, France

#2 of 10 Best XO Cognac Labels of 2017 - Ugni Blanc grapes are used when making Majesté XO Cognac. Fine champagne blends are also used when making the drink. The beverage has been aged in Limousin oak barrels for about 10 years before being distilled and bottled. It is commonly found in areas of the Middle East. The cognac has a sweet taste because of the grapes. There is a smooth consistency with a delicate finish. Majesté XO Cognac has an alcohol content of 40 percent.

 Best XO Cognac Label Logo: Rémy Martin XO Excellence Cognac

#3 of 10 Top XO Cognac Labels of 2017 - Remy Martin XO is the cognac brand of choice for any social gathering. This premium cognac is an exquisite blend of jasmine, iris, candied orange and grated cinnamon. This smooth French import contains 85% Grand Champagne and 15% Petite Champagne. Remy Martin XO is able to satisfy the appetites of people who want to experience only the finer things out of life. Taste Remy Martin XO and you will see how this cognac is in a class of its own.

 Best XO Cognac Label Logo: Martell Cognac XO
#4 of 10 Best XO Cognac Labels

Martell Cognac XO

Cognac, France

#4 of 10 Best XO Cognac Labels of 2017 - The alcohol content by volume of this drink is 40 percent. It has a color of copper and comes in a bottle that is elegantly designed. When smelling the beverage, there are hints of marshmallows that have been toasted as well as nuts and a slight hint of bananas. There is a sweet taste to the drink with prominent notes of dried fruits and caramel. It almost gives an impression of a caramel apple with the sweetness that is exhibited.

 Leading XO Cognac Label Logo: Courvoisier Cognac XO
#5 of 10 Top XO Cognac Labels

Courvoisier Cognac XO

Cognac, France

#5 of 10 Best XO Cognac Labels of 2017 - Courvoisier Cognac XO has a golden color and is contained in a bottle that has a design similar to a teardrop. The bottle itself is clear with a gold topper. The cognac comes from a region in France and has an alcohol content by volume of 40 percent. When the bottle is opened, there is a scent almost like a ginger cookie. There are also hints of vanilla and praline. The body of the cognac is fruity with tasting notes of citrus and cocoa.

 Top XO Cognac Label Logo: Camus Cognac XO Borderies
#6 of 10 Top XO Cognac Labels

Camus Cognac XO Borderies

Cognac, France

#6 of 10 Leading XO Cognac Labels of 2017 - Camus Cognac XO Borderies is a spirit sourced from the Borderies cru, the smallest and most sought-after of the cognac AOC growth area. This growth area provides grape vines with the ideal amount of water, along with chalky soil and ideal sun exposure to produce an exceptional cognac. The Borderies cru is home to the Camus family, making production of this cognac a very personal affair. Camus Cognac XO Borderies is a cognac with magnificently balanced grapes that capture the characteristic aroma of violets denoted eaux-de-vie from this growing area.

 Best XO Cognac Label Logo: Meukow XO Extra Old Cognac

#7 of 10 Best XO Cognac Labels of 2017 - The people behind Meukow XO Extra Old Cognac excel at cognac making. One sup tells the tale. This is special cognac. Cognac is a complex spirit meant to be savored. This brand's "XO" means that it is "extra old" and contains spirits that have aged a minimum of six years. The maximum aging is a secret, but count on finding spirits in the mix that have aged decades. Such a combination of lively liquids gives the responsible drinker the chance to taste the past. Lift a glass of Meukow XO Extra Old Cognac sometime.

 Top XO Cognac Label Logo: Louis Royer Cognac XO, Cognac

#8 of 10 Top XO Cognac Labels of 2017 - Louis Royer Cognac XO, Cognac is imported by France. The drink has a golden color and comes in a small square bottle with a light copper top. It is distilled in a copper pot and is made with a base ingredient of wine. One of the first notes that you get when smelling the cognac is dried fruit. There are also hints of oak, cocoa and citrus. There are notes of fruits, such as pear and orange, when tasting the cognac. Cinnamon gives a warming finish to the drink.

 Top XO Cognac Label Logo: Maxime Trijol XO
#9 of 10 Best XO Cognac Labels

Maxime Trijol XO

Cognac, France

#9 of 10 Top XO Cognac Labels of 2017 - The range of Maxime Trijol cognacs is impressive, and its "XO" offering is quite a special thing. It may in fact be the best XO cognac available. Maxime Trijol XO blends flavors and bouquets of brandies that have aged on oak for anywhere from several years to more than a decade. The blend gives one to the ability to appreciate an aspect of live on Earth decades ago. With every savored swallow, Maxime Trijol XO can complete a meal, a day or years spent dedicated to an important goal.

 Best XO Cognac Label Logo: Leyrat Cognac XO Vieille Reserve

#10 of 10 Best XO Cognac Labels of 2017 - Leyrat Cognac XO Vieille Reserve is known as a Best XO Cognac Brand because the company has won more than 60 awards in the last five years for excellence and taste in the International community. The company has spent 100 years perfecting their recipes and creating the best Cognac they can achieve. The XO Vieille Reserve spirit has hints of butterscotch, nuts, fruits, and vanilla mixed with a malty flavor from the fine grains used in the process. All of the grapes used in the Cognac are from a single vineyard in France to preserve the taste of the signature drink.

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