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Acquired Taste Cognac VS

Acquired Taste Cognac VS

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Acquired Taste Cognac VS is a VS Cognac produced in France's Cognac region and imported by Mingo Imports in Buffalo, New York. It brings a smooth oak-and-fruit profile with notes of oak, vanilla, raisin, and a velvety finish.

This bottle is a good fit for shoppers who want an approachable Cognac for sipping or cocktails. Enjoy it neat, over ice, or in a Sidecar or Cognac French 75 when you want smooth fruit, oak, and vanilla without a heavy finish.

Product Details

  • Product Type: Cognac
  • Style: VS Cognac
  • ABV: 40%
  • Proof: 80
  • Country of Origin: France
  • Region: Cognac
  • Best For: Sipping neat, over ice, Sidecars, Cognac French 75s, and approachable Cognac cocktails

Tasting Notes

  • Nose: Oak, vanilla, and raisin
  • Palate: Smooth oak and vanilla with subtle raisin undertones
  • Finish: Lingering, velvety, and smooth
  • Flavor Profile: Smooth, fruity, oaky, vanilla-led, and cocktail-friendly

How to Enjoy

Drink it neat, over a large cube, or use it in a Sidecar, Cognac French 75, Cognac sour, or simple Cognac-and-ginger cocktail.

What Makes It Special

Acquired Taste keeps the classic Cognac-region profile approachable, with oak, vanilla, raisin, and a smooth finish. Its VS style makes it flexible enough for sipping or mixing.

SHIPPING INFO

📦 Processing: Ships in 1–3 business days
🚚 Shipping: Available in 44 U.S. states (excludes MI, UT, SD, TN). Shipped via licensed carriers (varies by state).
📦 Fulfillment: Orders may ship from multiple warehouses
🔞 Adult Signature: Required at delivery
🔎 Tracking: Emailed once your order ships

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  • Tasting Notes

    Nose: Oak, vanilla, and raisin give this VS Cognac a warm and approachable opening.

    Palate: Smooth oak and vanilla lead first, with subtle raisin undertones and gentle fruit character underneath.

    Finish: Lingering, velvety, and smooth without feeling heavy.

    Overall Profile: Smooth, fruity, oaky, vanilla-led, and cocktail-friendly. A good fit for shoppers who want an approachable Cognac for neat pours, over ice, Sidecars, and Cognac French 75s.

  • Meet the Founders

    Acquired Taste is a premium spirits brand founded by Charles J. Mingo Jr. and his wife, Stephanie Mingo, through their company, Mingo Imports LLC, based in Buffalo, New York. As one of the first brands to bring high-quality Cognac to the Western New York region, Acquired Taste is crafted in collaboration with a master distiller whose family has over 40 years of expertise in the Cognac industry in France. This partnership ensures a dedication to tradition, excellence, and an exceptional tasting experience.

  • What does Acquired Taste Cognac VS taste like?

    It has oak, vanilla, raisin, smooth fruit, and a velvety finish.

    How should I drink Acquired Taste Cognac VS?

    Drink it neat, over ice, or in Cognac cocktails like a Sidecar, Cognac French 75, or Cognac sour.

    Is Acquired Taste Cognac VS good for sipping?

    Yes. Its smooth oak, vanilla, and raisin profile makes it approachable for sipping neat or over a large cube.

    What makes Acquired Taste Cognac VS different?

    It pairs classic Cognac-region character with a Buffalo-based Mingo Imports brand story.

    Is Acquired Taste Cognac VS a good gift?

    Yes. It is a good gift for someone who likes smooth Cognac, oak, vanilla, and approachable sipping spirits.