Pour this neat and the first thing you notice is how smooth it goes down for something with this much going on. Soft ripe fruit up front, a warm hit of toasted almond and vanilla, then a little peppery kick on the way out. It's the cognac that turned up at every celebration for a reason. The 35cl is the perfect size for a two-person night in or topping up the home bar without committing to a full bottle. Late-night craving? We'll get it to you fast.
Get your nose in first and you'll catch fresh grape and stone fruit, then roasted almond and a hint of warm brown sugar curling underneath. The sip is fruit-forward and rounded, ripe grape sweetness meeting grilled almond in the middle, with soft vanilla and gentle oak holding it all together. The finish is medium and dry with a flicker of black pepper spice. Robust but never harsh, which is exactly why it plays so well neat or in a cocktail.
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Where it comes from
Hennessy has been making cognac in the town of Cognac, France, since 1765, founded by an Irishman, Richard Hennessy. The VS is the heart of the house: a blend of over 40 eaux-de-vie drawn from the four premier crus of the region, double-distilled in copper pot stills and aged in French oak. Eight generations of the same family of master blenders have kept that recipe honest, which is how one bottle ends up tasting this consistent, year after year.
Quick questions
- What is the price of Hennessy VS 35cl?
Hennessy VS 35cl is KSh 3,069 at Oaks & Corks. Order online for fast delivery across Nairobi, usually within the hour, or next day countrywide.
- What does Hennessy VS 35cl taste like?
Soft ripe fruit and grape up front, roasted almond and vanilla in the middle, then a dry, lightly peppery finish. Robust but smooth, easy to sip neat.
- What is the ABV of Hennessy VS?
It's 40% ABV, the standard strength for cognac. The 35cl bottle is a half-size, handy for a smaller night or the home bar.
- How should I serve Hennessy VS?
Neat in a tulip glass or tumbler at room temperature, over a single big ice cube, or mixed with cola. It also makes a cracking sidecar.
- What food pairs with Hennessy VS?
Grilled meats and nyama choma, dark chocolate, roasted nuts, hard cheese, or a cigar. The toasted-almond notes love anything smoky.
- What does VS mean on Hennessy?
VS stands for Very Special. It tells you the youngest eau-de-vie in the blend is aged at least two years in French oak.
- Where is Hennessy VS from?
From Cognac, France, made by Maison Hennessy, who've been at it since 1765. The blend pulls from the four top crus of the Cognac region.
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Hennessy VS 35cl price in Kenya
Buy Hennessy VS 35cl online in Nairobi, Kenya. Available in 3 sizes — 350 ml at KSh 3,069, 700 ml at KSh 5,999, 1000 ml at KSh 8,949 — with fast delivery across Nairobi, usually within 30 minutes, or next-day countrywide.