H by Hine is a cocktail-friendly VSOP Cognac, a blend of 20 cognacs from grapes grown in Grande Champagne and Petite Champagne, all aged a minimum of four years, bottled at 80 proof (40% ABV).
Hine is one of the most respected traditional Cognac houses, founded in 1763 in Jarnac. In response to growing demand for a cognac made for cocktails, Hine's cellar master Eric Forget created H by Hine in collaboration with the French Bartenders Association.
Expressive yet discreet, it carries notes of iris, fresh apricot, acacia and white pepper with a sprightly, joyful character. It is the ideal sidekick for daring cocktails and a flamboyant soloist served neat with a dash of cold tonic. Add it to a punch when friends show up unannounced, or drizzle it over a fresh peach salad.
Its tall bottle with the bold orange H makes it a stylish gift for home bartenders.
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.
Grande Champagne and Petite Champagne are the two most prized growing areas of Cognac, and a blend of the two is called Fine Champagne.
A VSOP cognac must be aged at least four years in oak.
Cognac and tonic, served long over ice with a citrus twist, is a refreshing alternative to a gin and tonic.
Tasting Notes
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Aroma: Iris, fresh apricot and acacia.
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Spice: White pepper.
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Character: Lively, elegant and expressive.
Specifications
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House: Hine, Jarnac (founded 1763)
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Style: Cognac VSOP, Fine Champagne
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Blend: 20 cognacs from Grande and Petite Champagne, 4+ years
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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
Mix a Sidecar, a French 75 or a cognac and tonic, or sip it neat. It pairs with peaches, apricot tart or mild cheeses.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who created it?
Hine cellar master Eric Forget, with the French Bartenders Association.
What is in the blend?
20 cognacs from Grande and Petite Champagne, aged at least four years.
How should I drink it?
In cocktails, or neat with a dash of cold tonic.
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