Martell Blue Swift is the first-ever spirit drink made from VSOP cognac and finished in bourbon barrels, bottled at 80 proof (40% ABV).
In 1783, Martell was the first cognac house to ship cognac to the United States. Blue Swift celebrates that history with another first, an audacious combination of French cognac and American bourbon casks. Its bold mixing of cultures and traditions shows in its design, with vine leaves and oak casks referencing French cognac and American bourbon.
The VSOP cognac picks up a layer of vanilla and toasted oak from the bourbon barrels, making a smooth, rich spirit that is as good in cocktails as it is neat or on the rocks.
It is a stylish gift for both cognac and bourbon drinkers.
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.
A VSOP cognac must be aged at least four years in oak.
Bourbon barrels are made of new charred American oak, which gives sweet notes of vanilla and caramel.
Cognac and bourbon both rely on oak for much of their flavor, which makes this pairing a natural one.
Specifications
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House: Martell
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Style: Spirit drink: VSOP cognac finished in bourbon casks
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Finish: Bourbon barrels
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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
Sip it neat or on the rocks, or mix a Sidecar or an Old Fashioned. It pairs with dark chocolate, pecan pie or roast duck.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Blue Swift?
VSOP cognac finished in bourbon barrels, the first spirit drink of its kind.
Why is it called a spirit drink?
The bourbon cask finish means it is labelled a spirit drink rather than cognac.
What is the Martell connection to the US?
Martell was the first house to ship cognac to the United States, in 1783.
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