Hennessy XO
Regular price $269.99 Sale price $249.99
The Hennessy Cognac Trading House was founded in France, in 1765 by Richard Hennessy. He served under Louis XV as an officer but was of Irish descent. The Hennessy Cognac first arrived in New York in 1794, according to the Maison archives. From that point on, the drink became exceptionally popular in the USA. It was also one of the first drinks to be labeled in a glass bottle.
Starting by being shipped to Russia in 1818, to Calcutta, India in 1819, to Australia in 1852, to China in 1859... and spreading worldwide, this Hennessy legacy drink spread all around the world! In 1856 in Bras Armé, it became a brand symbol, and considering that the Hennessy brand is commanding approximately 40% of the world's cognac, it is more than obvious that there is a lot of history behind the House of Hennessy. There are around thirteen incredible drinks created by the Hennessy brand, and one of the most popular ones is called Hennessy XO.
Hennessy X.O was created in 1870 by Maurice Hennessy, who decided to create a drink for his circle of friends from a desire to introduce a different style of cognac. Hennessy X.O is the Original, the symbolic icon of the Hennessy Maison. This cognac was the first one to be classified as X.O (extra old). Hennessy XO is also the highest priced cognac, out of the 4 cognac houses.
This Hennessy cognac is deep and powerful, due to the eaux-de-vie being aged in young barrels that are marked out by their energy and power. Hennessy X.O is a blend of about 100 different eaux-de-vie, that are made from the Grande Champagne, Borderies, Fin Bois, and Petite Champagne (from Ugni Blanc grapes) appellations, that are all aged up to 30 in French Limousin oak barrels.
The drink is presented in an beautiful pear-shaped decanter. It has the well-known logo engraved on the bottle, and at the neckband you have a label that says “the original XO”. Hennessy X.O has a deep dark amber color, and it is a premium drink in both looks and taste. Upon opening the bottle, fans are welcomed by a nice aroma of ripe grapes, spices, and a hint of cinnamon spice. The flavor of Hennessy X.O is rather oak sweet with hints of toffee and vanilla, ending with a deep, intense but smooth finish.
Before placing your first order with us at Liquor Stars, you may have some questions about deliveries, gifting, special instructions, and more. Before dropping us a query, please take a look through our liquor FAQs and see if we have already answered your question.
Can I Track My Order?
When you have checked out and made the payment, you will receive a confirmation email. Subsequently, you will receive an email with your tracking number once your order has been picked up by our delivery partner. When your order is en route, you will receive an additional text message and/or email.
Can I Reschedule Delivery or Cancel the Order?
This will depend on whether your order has already left our store. Cancellations and rescheduling are not guaranteed once your order is out for delivery, and you may be subject to a $20 fee to account for the cost of labor and transportation. If your order has not been shipped yet, simply get in touch with us to cancel or to schedule a new delivery time.
I Have Special Delivery Instructions – Where Do I Add Them?
On the checkout page, there will be a comments box you can fill in, which will be visible both to our team and the delivery driver. If you have opted to add gift wrapping and/or a greeting card as part of your order, please leave your message in this box. If you have any special requests for wrapping, such as using a birthday wrapper, let us know here too!
How Do I Make Sure No Receipt Details Are Included in My Gift Order?
If you placed your order as a gift in our system (by adding on gift wrapping), we will automatically leave out the pricing details in the shipment. Please leave us a message in the comments box if you have not opted to add on gift wrapping but are sending your order as a gift.
Who Can Purchase and Receive Orders?
In the United States, you need to be of at least 21 years old in order to place an order and receive your parcel. Even if they are not the intended recipient, an individual below 21 cannot sign for parcels containing alcohol, so make sure that an adult will be around during your selected delivery time.
Can My Liquor Be Delivered Chilled?
Where this is possible, we will strive to deliver your liquors chilled. However, in some cases such as where there are insufficient refrigeration facilities, it may not be possible. If you are placing your order for an event, please get in touch with us or leave your instructions in the comment box.
I Need Help with Recommendations and Estimations for a Corporate Party – Can You Help?
Absolutely! We want to make sure your party is a success in any way possible and will help you select a good mix of liquors, including wines and seltzers, to ensure there is sufficient for your guests. We can also provide you with an estimate of the quantities you need to order based on the number of attendees.