French cooking has long used cognac, from flambéed sauces to rich soups. These recipes include steak au poivre, steak Diane, coq au vin, lobster bisque, French onion soup and chicken liver pâté, plus ...

Strict AOC rules decide what can be called cognac, from the grapes and the growing area to distillation and minimum ages. These articles explain what cognac is and how it is produced, walk through the ...

Topping cognac with Champagne makes a festive, elegant drink. These sparkling cocktails include the Rémy Martin 75, a cognac take on the French 75, the Prince of Wales and the Pink Love, along with ...

Rare bottles show cognac at its most precious, from century-old blends to one-of-a-kind decanters. These articles cover LOUIS XIII, Frapin 1888 and the Frapin Millésime 1990, the world's most ...

Many classic cocktails were first made with cognac or brandy, and they still taste great with it. These recipes revive the Brandy Crusta, Stinger, Brandy Smash, Brandy Cobbler, Mint Julep, Prince of ...

A visit to Meukow provides the visitor with an introduction to cognac making and the history of the House of Meukow. Meukow, was founded by in 1862 by brothers August and Karl Meukow, who originally ...

Cognac is a world-renowned spirit known for its rich history and exquisite taste. But what makes this drink so special? The answer lies in the hands of the Master Blender, an integral component of the ...

The process of producing cognac is steeped in tradition and can take years, even decades, before the final product is bottled and sold. During this time, the spirit is stored in oak barrels, where it ...

Cognac Houses are some of the best marketers and showmen in the world. Their advertising campaigns and promotional or talent support from “talent” is quite interesting. Cognac Meukow Poster In the ...

In the illustrious world of classic cocktails, the Brandy Fix emerges as a hidden gem, offering a delightful journey through time and taste. This vintage libation, with its roots stretching back to ...

Harvest time in Cognac France is usually in September. However in some unusual years it begins in August. The harvest time is quite beautiful as the leaves turn ...

Buy cognac you’ll truly enjoy, whether it’s for cocktails, cooking or enjoying neat. We explain cognac prices by grade, from VS to XO and beyond, which bottles give the best value, and why the most ...