The House of Hine stands on the banks of the River Charente, deep in Cognac country. It is one of the oldest cognac houses in Jarnac with over 250 years of history. Dating back to 1763, six generations of the Hine family have succeeded one another at the head of Thomas Hine & Co. In 1962 the House of Hine was awarded a royal warrant by appointment to Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, and remains the only official supplier of cognac to the British monarchy. Fine Champagne Cognac, a blend of eaux-de-vie from grande and petit champagne grapes.

Located in the Saintonge land (French area of the Charentes), the Merlet family selected it’s William pears with contracted producers to create this liqueur. It is crafted through an artisanal method of fruits infused in neutral spirit, in order to genuinely deliver their aromas.

Since 1765, Maison Hennessy has perfected the art of cognac-making, a tradition perpetuated by eight generations of Master Blenders. A legacy of cultural openness lets Maison Hennessy shine around the world, wherever its celebrated cognacs are shared. In 1817, James Hennessy created a unique blend for the future King George IV of England. From the encounter of these two visionaries, was born the first Hennessy “Very Superior Old Pale,” know today as Hennessy V.S.O.P. The savoir-faire of the Maison Hennessy is fully expressed in this balanced cognac: the selection of eaux-de-vie, aging and assemblage. A cognac of remarkable consistency and vitality, Hennessy V.S.O.P conveys all of the savoir-faire of the Hennessy master blenders who have ensured the continued success of this harmonious assemblage for 200 years. The key to a perfect bottle of VSOP starts at the roots. A tradition of careful aging in hand-crafted French oak barrels develops an eaux-de-vie’s unique expression. From ugni blanc grapes to V.S.O.P, the beauty of this blend is in the selection. It’s through the process of blending that eaux-de-vie becomes V.S.O.P. This Cognac has flavours and aromas of French oak, vanilla, cinnamon, candied fruit, and clove.

Merlet Crème de Pêche de Vigne is made from a very peculiar variety of peaches once grown along the vineyards. Located in the Saintonge land (French area of the Charentes), the Merlet family selected it’s peaches with contracted producers to create this liqueur. It is crafted through an artisanal method of fruits infused in neutral spirit, in order to genuinely deliver their aromas.

Trois Citrus is issued from the exploration by the Merlet family of a French traditional bitter orange liqueur, the Triple Sec. It’s creation involved some of the world’s best bartenders. The result of this collaboration is the alliance of maceration and distillation of bitter orange, lime and mandarin. Merlet Trois Citrus is a unique blend of complex aromas with a low sugar content. This makes it the perfect ingredient for classic cocktails such as the Margarita, the Cosmopolitan or the sidecar. A subtle marriage allying the maceration and distillation of oranges, lime, and mandarin.

Located in the Saintonge land (French area of the Charentes), the Merlet family selected it’s strawberries with contracted producers to create this liqueur. Merlet Crème de Fraise des Bois combines two complementary varieties, for their richness and complexity: Wild Strawberry and Mara. It is crafted through an artisanal method of fruits infused in neutral spirit, in order to genuinely deliver their aromas.

Located in the Saintonge land (French area of the Charentes), the Merlet family selected it’s blackberries with contracted producers to create this liqueur. It is crafted through an artisanal method of fruits infused in neutral spirit, in order to genuinely deliver their aromas.

The Merlet family grows its blackcurrant berries in the Saintonage land (French area of the Charentes), to produce it’s own blackcurrant liqueur. It is crafted through an artisanal method of fruits infused in neutral spirit, in order to genuinely deliver their aromas. Since 2015, Merlet Crème de Cassis de Saintonge holds the Geographical Indication status, in recognition of a unique 30-years expertise in growing blackcurrants and turning them into liqueur.

Amber gold in colour with fruity notes of orange blossom, dry plum, apricot and spicy notes of vanilla and liquorice

Subtil & So, the new VSOP Cognac Grande Champagne by Jean Fillioux. With the noble bottling, the house once again proves that the Grande Champagne, originally known for its old cognacs, can also produce excellent younger qualities. The proof: a coveted gold medal from the Spirits Selection by Concours Mondiale 2021 and a wonderfully harmonious profile of fruity freshness and warm spiciness. The 4 to 6-year-old VSOP comes from the picturesque La Pouyade winery, which has been family-owned since 1894 and is completely independent to this day. It is surrounded by 25 hectares of the finest white wine grapes. They thrive in the "Golden Triangle", the heart of Grande Champagne. They are cherished and loved in the fifth generation by Christophe Fillioux and his family, who are one with their vineyard. You can taste that in their extremely aromatic cognacs – and today they are valued around the world. Tasting Notes: Nose: fruity and delicately floral. Palate: Fresh figs and citrus blend with nutmeg, almond paste and orange blossom. Finish: Enjoyable and warming with subtle spice.