Acquired Taste V.S is a premium Cognac from a family producer in Cognac, France, aged two years in French Limousin oak barrels and bottled at 80 proof (40% ABV).
Acquired Taste is a premium spirits brand founded and imported by Mingo Imports of Buffalo, New York, one of the first Buffalo-based brands to offer premium Cognac to the Western New York region. Its producer is a family business with over 40 years of experience in the wine and spirits industry, having worked with some of the top Cognac houses.
The V.S (Very Special) is made with a young aged blend, giving a bright, approachable cognac with the warmth of Limousin oak.
The gold-starred label makes it a handsome gift.
Cognac must be made from white grapes grown in the Cognac region of France, double distilled in copper pot stills and aged in French oak, with age categories such as VSOP and XO describing the minimum age of the youngest brandy in the blend.
V.S cognac must be aged at least two years in oak, making it the youngest official cognac category.
Limousin oak is prized in Cognac for its wide grain, which lends gentle tannins and vanilla.
Its bright, fruity character makes it especially good in cocktails.
A Sidecar with fresh lemon and orange liqueur is a classic way to enjoy it.
It also works well in a French 75 in place of gin.
On the rocks with a twist of orange, it makes an easy aperitif.
The brand's Buffalo roots make it a favorite for Western New York cognac fans.
Serve it in a tulip glass to appreciate the aromas.
Its approachable style suits newcomers to cognac.
Specifications
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Brand: Acquired Taste (Mingo Imports, Buffalo, NY)
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Style: V.S Cognac
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Aging: 2 years in French Limousin oak
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Proof / ABV: 80 proof (40% ABV)
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Region: Cognac, France
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Size: 750ml
How to Enjoy It
Enjoy it neat, on the rocks, or in a Sidecar or cognac and ginger ale. It pairs with roasted nuts, dark chocolate or fruit tarts.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is it made?
Cognac, France, by a family producer.
How long is it aged?
Two years in French Limousin oak.
Who imports it?
Mingo Imports of Buffalo, New York.
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