Aude Fraisse describes Merlet VSOP as an excellent, affordable Cognac that delivers remarkable character without the XO price ...

Cognac might not get as much attention as whiskey, particularly when it comes to bourbon or single malt scotch, but there’s a whole world of this French spirit to get familiar with and sample. There ...

A lot of new Cognac releases have been showing up as 2025 draws to a close, many of which are geared specifically to the ...

Back on the Fourth of July, we celebrated our Independence Day. The day was (hopefully) full socially distant good times around barbecues and a beer cooler. Well, now it’s France’s turn. That’s ...

Valentine’s Day is a perfect time for warming, aged spirits. And while you can’t go wrong with the tried and true bourbon, rye, and single malt Scotch that likely already adorn your liquor cabinet ...

The history of Cognac is steeped in tradition and filled with notables and royals spanning the centuries. Napoleon was well known for his love of “l’eau du vie,” twice distilled and barrel aged white ...

It’s the dawn of a new summer — a new summer that we hope brings more joy than the previous one. And whether you’re mentally preparing for a small (responsible) outdoor gathering or simply looking for ...

What does dad reach for to sip after dinner? There's a good chance he likes cognac. The United States is the largest market for cognac by volume, experiencing a steady increase over the past decade.

Here's how to tell these French brandies apart. Brian Freedman is a wine, spirits, travel, and food writer; event host and speaker; and drinks educator. He regularly contributes to Food & Wine, and ...