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.
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.
Review: Flavor Camp
Photo: Reece Sims
Flavor Camps
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).
