Hennessy Cognac XO The Original Extra Old

Hennessy X.O is the original "Extra Old" Cognac, first created in 1870 by Maurice Hennessy for his circle of close friends — a blend so defining that it gave the X.O classification its name. The category now recognised across Cognac as the top tier of age labelling began with this bottle, and Hennessy X.O has remained the reference point ever since.

Crafted from over 100 carefully selected eaux-de-vie aged up to 30 years in French oak, Hennessy X.O is bold, layered, and deeply complex. On the nose, expect dark chocolate, candied fruit, toasted oak, and a subtle hint of leather. The palate builds in rich cocoa, dried apricot, nutmeg, clove, and a warm pepper that pulls through the center of the drink. The finish is remarkably long — smooth, spiced, and sweetly-oaked, with the kind of depth that rewards slow sipping. Served in its iconic decanter, X.O is designed to be savored, not rushed.

Hennessy has been producing Cognac since 1765 and remains the largest Cognac house in the world. X.O sits above V.S.O.P and below the ultra-prestige tiers like Paradis and Richard Hennessy — a once-a-week-or-special-occasion pour rather than a daily bottle. Pair with our Hennessy V.S and V.S.O.P for a full Hennessy range tasting. Ships to most US states. Adult-signature required at delivery.