{"product_id":"sazerac-de-forge-xo-cognac-750ml","title":"Sazerac De Forge XO Cognac","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSazerac De Forge XO Cognac\u003c\/strong\u003e is the flagship of a house first founded in 1782 and recently revived — an Extra Old expression for the drinker who wants real Cognac heritage in the glass rather than a big-name label.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProcess \u0026amp; Profile\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBottled at 43% ABV (86 proof), this XO is built around eaux-de-vie up to twenty years old, all matured in French oak. The house of Sazerac de Forge \u0026amp; Fils traces to Bernard Sazerac de Forge in 1782 — the same Cognac that, by lore, poured into the original New Orleans Sazerac cocktail before rye took over. Dormant for decades, the name was resurrected after Sazerac's 2019 acquisition of Domaine Sazerac de Segonzac, and the XO now anchors a small line alongside a single-vintage and a rare 50-year-old release.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn the nose, toffee and marzipan lead into baked berries, toasted almond, candied orange, and gentle spice, lifted by a delicate floral note of crushed rose petal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn the palate, a wave of orange, tangerine, mango, and red berry unfolds over vanilla, caramel, and nutty richness, finished with a touch of peppery spice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe finish is long and smooth, with lingering dried fruit, oak, and a soft warmth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat sets the XO apart is its lineage: this is a genuinely old house brought back to life, and the flagship carries mature 20-year eaux-de-vie at a price that undercuts the grande marque XOs it sits beside. For the curious Cognac drinker, it is a rare chance to taste a rebuilt piece of history.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eServe neat in a tulip glass or snifter, or over a single large ice cube; it pairs well with dark chocolate or a slice of orange tart.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is this Cognac?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe flagship XO from Sazerac de Forge \u0026amp; Fils, a house founded in 1782 and revived by Sazerac, built around eaux-de-vie up to 20 years old.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat are the specs?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e43% ABV (86 proof), XO (Extra Old) grade with liquid up to 20 years, aged in French oak, 750mL, Cognac, France.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does it taste like?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eToffee, marzipan, candied orange, and floral notes on the nose; orange, mango, red berry, vanilla, and caramel on the palate, closing long and smooth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow should you enjoy it?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNeat in a tulip glass or snifter, or over a single large ice cube.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy is this release notable?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt revives a Cognac house dating to 1782 — historically tied to the original Sazerac cocktail — with a 20-year XO at an accessible price.\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"Sazerac","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50133528805624,"sku":"19271","price":149.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0352\/3140\/0072\/files\/Sazerac_De_Forge_XO_Cognac.jpg?v=1786227381","url":"https:\/\/thebourboncentral.com\/products\/sazerac-de-forge-xo-cognac-750ml","provider":"Bourbon Central","version":"1.0","type":"link"}