{"product_id":"sazerac-de-forge-xo-cognac","title":"Sazerac de Forge XO Cognac","description":"\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003eSazerac de Forge XO: The Flagship Return of Cognac's Golden Age\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eSazerac de Forge \u0026amp; Fils traces its roots to 1782, when Bernard Sazerac de Forge founded a cognac house that shipped across Europe and America and eventually lent its name to New Orleans' famous Sazerac cocktail, before fading into history during the phylloxera epidemic of the late 1800s. In 2016, the Sazerac Company acquired the historic Domaine Breuil de Segonzac estate in the heart of Grande Champagne, Cognac's most celebrated cru, reviving the brand in 2019 and bringing it fully back to life in November 2025 with three new releases, led by this flagship XO.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\"At Sazerac de Forge, every expression is crafted with care to showcase the unique character of its carefully selected eaux-de-vie,\" said Cellar Master Denis Lahouratate. \"Our blends are patiently shaped over time, developing complexity and depth.\" True to that philosophy, this XO is a blend of eaux-de-vie aged more than twenty years in French oak, well beyond the 10-year minimum required for XO classification, bottled at 43% ABV with no added coloring, letting the natural golden hue of two decades of maturation come through untouched.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThe bottle itself is a genuine piece of craft: a rounded clear-glass silhouette with a natural cork stopper and wooden cap, tied with a satin blue ribbon reviving \"Sazerac Blue,\" a hue once stamped on chinaware exported worldwide from the original Sazerac de Forge pottery house in the 1800s. It's a soft-spoken yet intricately detailed expression, understated luxury built for anyone who wants to explore what fine cognac can be when made true to the vine, without the shortcuts common in the modern market.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNose:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dried apricot, honeyed florals, warm spice, and orange cream, with hints of lilac and lavender.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Silky and gently sweet, opening with dried fruit and warm spice, developing natural, unforced sweetness carried through by two decades of French oak maturation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Soft and lingering, reflecting both time and the subtle elegance of the craft.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003eFood Pairings\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eSazerac de Forge XO's dried fruit and floral profile pairs beautifully with equally refined fare. Try it alongside aged cheese, roasted mushrooms, or dark chocolate, or savor it after dinner alongside a fine cigar to complement its warm spice character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003eServing Suggestions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eSazerac de Forge XO is best enjoyed neat in a snifter, allowing its full complexity to unfold slowly. Given its craftsmanship and heritage, this is a cognac meant to be savored on a genuinely special occasion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow long is this cognac aged?\u003c\/strong\u003e More than 20 years in French oak, well beyond the 10-year minimum required for XO classification.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the alcohol content?\u003c\/strong\u003e 43% ABV (86 proof).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs any color added?\u003c\/strong\u003e No. Sazerac de Forge XO is bottled with no added coloring, letting its natural golden hue come from two decades of French oak maturation alone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does \"Sazerac Blue\" refer to?\u003c\/strong\u003e It's the satin blue ribbon on the bottle, reviving a hue once stamped on chinaware exported worldwide from the original 1800s Sazerac de Forge pottery house.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhere is this cognac made?\u003c\/strong\u003e At Domaine Breuil de Segonzac in Grande Champagne, Cognac's most celebrated cru, under the Sazerac Company, owners of Buffalo Trace Distillery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow should I enjoy it?\u003c\/strong\u003e Neat, in a snifter, to fully appreciate its silky texture and layered complexity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003eExplore More\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eLooking for more Cognac? \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/qualityliquorstore.com\/collections\/cognac\"\u003eShop our full Cognac collection\u003c\/a\u003e for VS, VSOP, and XO expressions from renowned French houses.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThe Quality Liquor Store Guarantee\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eAt Quality Liquor Store, we guarantee the authenticity and quality of every bottle we sell. All of our products are sourced directly from authorized distributors, and every order is carefully packaged to arrive safely at your door. Shop with confidence knowing your Cognac is in good hands.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sazerac","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48349860102402,"sku":"LCog-006","price":149.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0635\/3289\/2418\/files\/sazerac-xo.jpg?v=1787332765","url":"https:\/\/qualityliquorstore.com\/products\/sazerac-de-forge-xo-cognac","provider":"Quality Liquor Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}