{"product_id":"hardy-v-s-cognac-750ml","title":"Hardy V.S Cognac 750ml","description":"\u003cp\u003eHardy V.S is a harmonious blend of Cognac crus from the House of Hardy, the family Cognac house founded in 1863, bottled at 80 proof (40% ABV).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eMaison Hardy was founded in 1863 by Anthony Hardy, a London gentleman who settled in the Charente region, and has been family owned for five generations. The house is known for elegant presentation and an audacious, recognizable style, with the rooster, symbol of the brand and of France, on its bottles. The V.S reflects the smoothness and finesse of the Hardy house blends.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFloral notes lead the nose, the palate is invigorating with oak, vanilla and subtle fruit, and the finish strikes a subtle balance between freshness and smoothness.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe rooster bottle makes it an elegant gift.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCognac 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eV.S means Very Special: the youngest eau-de-vie is aged at least two years.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCognac is double distilled in copper pot stills.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eServe it in a tulip glass at room temperature.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA splash of water opens up the floral notes.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt makes a classic Sidecar with orange liqueur and lemon.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eTry it with ginger ale and a lemon twist.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt is a classic gift for cognac lovers.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNose:\u003c\/strong\u003e Floral.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Invigorating, oak, vanilla, fruit.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fresh and smooth.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHouse:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hardy, founded 1863\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStyle:\u003c\/strong\u003e V.S Cognac\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBlend:\u003c\/strong\u003e Harmonious combination of Cognac crus\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProof \/ ABV:\u003c\/strong\u003e 80 proof (40% ABV)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRegion:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cognac, France\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e 750ml\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow to Enjoy It\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eEnjoy it neat, on the rocks, or in a Sidecar, French 75 or Cognac \u0026amp; tonic. It pairs with roasted nuts, pâté or fruit tarts.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhen was Hardy founded?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn 1863, by Anthony Hardy.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow does it taste?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFloral and invigorating, with a fresh, smooth finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow should I serve it?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNeat, on ice, or in a Sidecar.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eExplore more in our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/cognac\"\u003eCognac \u0026amp; Brandy collection\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hardy","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":68023613358389,"sku":"VWS_4692","price":42.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0993\/7367\/8901\/files\/noir-gold-main-24347.webp?v=1793663334","url":"https:\/\/hiddencasks.com\/products\/hardy-v-s-cognac-750ml","provider":"Hidden Casks","version":"1.0","type":"link"}