Sazerac de Forge & Fils Cognac

Cognac | 47% ABV (94 Proof) | 750mL | Cognac, France | Non-Chill-Filtered

Process & Profile

Sazerac de Forge & Fils Cognac, known as “Finest Original,” draws inspiration from French cognac made before the phylloxera epidemic reshaped the region’s vineyards. Produced at Domaine Sazerac de Segonzac, it combines cognacs made from old and rare native grape varieties, with components aged between seven and fifty years. This approach brings together younger spirits and long-aged stocks in a blend with fruit, floral character, and warm spice.

Bottled without chill filtration at 94 proof, Finest Original offers a creamy texture with dried-fruit flavors and a lingering oak finish. Its heritage reaches back to the cognac house Bernard Sazerac de Forge founded in 1782. The bottle carries that history through a label depicting the family’s paper mill and a blue ribbon honoring the distinctive “Sazerac Blue” color.

Tasting Notes

• Nose: Stone fruit, dried blossoms, citrus zest, and gentle spice.

• Palate: Dried fruit layered with cinnamon, nutmeg, and pepper, carried by a silky mouthfeel.

• Finish: Lingering vanilla, delicate oak tannins, and black pepper.

What Makes It Special

• Blends cognacs aged between seven and fifty years.

• Features old and rare native grape varieties.

• Inspired by cognac production before the phylloxera epidemic.

• Non-chill-filtered and bottled at 47% ABV.

• Revives a French cognac house established in 1782.

• Distinctive label and blue ribbon reference the Sazerac family’s history.

How to Enjoy

Try this French cognac neat in a tulip-shaped glass, allowing a few minutes before sipping. Add a few drops of water to explore how the aromas change, or serve over a large ice cube for a chilled pour.

For cocktails, make a cognac Sazerac with sugar, Peychaud’s Bitters, an Herbsaint rinse, and lemon peel. Start with a light hand on the sugar and adjust to taste so the spirit’s fruit and spice remain prominent.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What does Sazerac de Forge & Fils Cognac taste like?
   Expect fruit and floral aromas, a creamy palate with dried fruit and baking spices, and a finish of vanilla, oak, and pepper.

2. How old is Sazerac de Forge & Fils Cognac?
   Finest Original combines cognacs aged from seven to fifty years. That range describes its components; the finished blend is not a 50-year-old cognac.

3. What is the alcohol content of Sazerac de Forge & Fils Cognac?
   It is bottled at 47% ABV, equivalent to 94 proof.

4. Can Sazerac de Forge & Fils Cognac be used in cocktails?
   Yes. Try it in a cognac Sazerac, or use it in a Sidecar with orange liqueur and fresh lemon juice.

5. Where can I buy Sazerac de Forge & Fils Cognac?
   You can buy Sazerac de Forge & Fils Cognac online at The Barrel Tap.