Tycoon VS Luxury Cognac by E-40

VS Cognac | 40% ABV | 80 Proof | 750mL | Cognac, France | Minimum 2 Years in Oak | Created by Earl “E-40” Stevens

Process & Profile

Tycoon VS Luxury Cognac by E-40 is an authentic French Cognac owned and produced by multi-platinum recording artist and entrepreneur Earl “E-40” Stevens. Produced in the Cognac region of France, this Very Special Cognac offers a fresh, fruit-forward profile led by peach, apricot, vine flowers, and soft vanilla. A rounded texture carries those bright aromas into notes of creamy caramel and cocoa before transitioning into a warm, gently spiced finish.

The VS designation means the youngest eau-de-vie in the blend has matured for at least two years in oak. Tycoon VS balances the youthful vibrancy associated with the category against a smooth mouthfeel and approachable sweetness, making it suitable for sipping, serving over ice, or mixing into Cognac cocktails.

Tasting Notes

• Nose: Peach, ripe apricot, delicate vine flowers, and soft vanilla.

• Palate: Fresh and light with a rounded mouthfeel, creamy caramel, cocoa, vanilla, and orchard fruit.

• Finish: Warm and smooth with lingering clove, black pepper, and gentle oak spice.

What Makes It Special

• Authentic VS Cognac produced in the designated Cognac region of France.

• Owned and produced by recording artist and entrepreneur Earl “E-40” Stevens.

• The youngest eau-de-vie in a VS Cognac must mature for at least two years in oak.

• Offers an approachable balance of peach, apricot, vanilla, caramel, cocoa, and spice.

• Bottled at 40% ABV (80 proof) in a standard 750mL format.

• Awarded 93 points by Wine Enthusiast.

• Versatile enough for neat pours, chilled servings, or classic and contemporary Cognac cocktails.

How to Enjoy

Serve Tycoon VS Luxury Cognac by E-40 neat in a tulip-shaped glass to appreciate its peach, apricot, vanilla, and warm spice notes. A large ice cube softens the finish and emphasizes its creamy caramel character.

Its fresh fruit profile also works well in a Sidecar, Cognac Old Fashioned, French Connection, or Sazerac variation. For a lighter mixed drink, pair it with ginger ale, sparkling water, or fresh citrus over ice.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What is Tycoon VS Luxury Cognac by E-40?
   Tycoon VS Luxury Cognac by E-40 is a French VS Cognac owned and produced by recording artist and entrepreneur Earl “E-40” Stevens. It is bottled at 40% ABV, or 80 proof.

2. Where is Tycoon VS Luxury Cognac by E-40 produced?
   Tycoon VS Luxury Cognac by E-40 is produced in the protected Cognac region of France.

3. What does VS mean on Tycoon VS Luxury Cognac by E-40?
   VS stands for “Very Special.” It indicates that the youngest eau-de-vie used in the Cognac has matured for at least two years in oak.

4. What does Tycoon VS Luxury Cognac by E-40 taste like?
   It features peach, apricot, vine flowers, and vanilla on the nose, followed by creamy caramel, cocoa, orchard fruit, and a warm spiced finish.

5. How should Tycoon VS Luxury Cognac by E-40 be served?
   It can be enjoyed neat, over a large ice cube, chilled, or in cocktails such as a Sidecar, Cognac Old Fashioned, French Connection, or Sazerac variation.

6. Where can I buy Tycoon VS Luxury Cognac by E-40?
   Tycoon VS Luxury Cognac by E-40 750mL is available directly from The Barrel Tap, a trusted online source for Cognac, whiskey, tequila, and other premium spirits.