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Meukow VSOP

November 17, 2024

Brandy
2 min reading time

TL;DR: A lesser known Cognac, this is a must-try VSOP thanks to its versatility—perfect for sipping neat or as a sophisticated base in cocktails. 

Meukow VSOP is a standout Cognac, celebrated for its smoothness and complexity. Featuring the iconic panther motif, it represents both power and elegance. Carefully crafted from select eaux-de-vie and aged in French oak casks, it’s floral-forward with fruit and wood undertones.

Flavor Camp Taste Profile

Overall Rating

Total Score: 39.5/50

Aroma: 7/9
Taste: 7/9
Finish: 3.5/5
Distinctiveness: 3.5/5
Overall Drinkability/Balance: 7/9
Value for Price: 6.5/8
Appearance: 5/5

Tasting Notes

  • Appearance: Deep Amber - The bottles are definitely statement pieces
  • Aroma: Bright and spritely with prominant florals (rose). A green, almost menthol, fennel, or green pepper note contrasts pears, citrus, red apples, and ginger. A touch of caramel is present.
  • Taste & Mouthfeel: On the palate, more white pepper, ginger, florals, vanilla and hazelnuts are present. This expression is moderately mouth drying.
  • Finish: Ginger and vanilla dance on the palate.
  • Distinctiveness: That combination of fruit and florals is distinctive but somewhat along the lines of Courvoisier (in terms of comparing to the 'big four').
  • Overall Drinkability & Balance: For those who are easing into Cognac or are looking for a crowd-pleaser, this is a great option. Both the aesthetic of the bottle and the liquid are exquisite.

Product Details

  • Distiller: Meukow
  • Type: VSOP Cognac
  • Age: Minimum 4 years
  • Still Type: Alembic Charentais Pot Still
  • Cask Type(s): French oak casks
  • Origin: Cognac, France
  • Composition: Ugni Blanc Grapes
  • ABV: 40%
  • Blend not disclosed
  • Price: $70-85 CAD (2024)

Comments / Notes:

Three things to remember:

  • Iconic Panther Branding: Meukow’s bottle features a black panther design, symbolizing the strength and elegance of its cognac.

  • Age and Profile: Blended from eaux de vie aged a minimum of 4 years, offering a rounded flavour with notes of fruit, oak, and florals.

  • Versatile Appeal: Strikes a balance between affordability and luxury, making it suitable for both casual sipping and special occasions
  • Crushable / Daily Drinker
  • Cocktail Worthy
  • Special Occasion Sipper Only
  • Weird & Wonderful
  • Skip It


Food Pairing Recommendations: Cheesecake, Barbequed Chicken, Almond Cookies


Cocktail Recommendations: Hemingway Daiquiri (but with Meukow instead of rum), Vieux Carre, Corpse Reviver No. 1, Pink Panther (Flavor Camp original).

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