Hennessy Very Special Les Twins 750ML

Hennessy Very Special Les Twins 750ML is a limited-edition 750ml bottling of Hennessy VS cognac at 40% ABV, featuring exclusive artwork created through motion capture technology. This collaboration with world-renowned dancers Laurent and Larry Bourgeois (Les Twins) marks the first time Maison Hennessy translated live dance performance into a bottle design — making it a genuine collector's release within the VS category.

Quick Facts: ABV: 40% (80 proof)  |  Origin: Cognac, France  |  Style: VS (Very Special) Limited Edition  |  Distillery: Jas Hennessy & Cie.

Production & Heritage

Jas Hennessy & Cie. was founded in 1765 in Cognac, France, and remains one of the most recognized cognac houses in the world. Hennessy VS is double-distilled in traditional Charentais copper alembic pot stills using Ugni Blanc grapes grown in the Cognac appellation. The eaux-de-vie are aged in French oak barrels for a minimum of two years, as required by the VS designation. What separates this particular bottling from the standard Hennessy VS is purely its packaging: Maison Hennessy used motion capture technology to record Les Twins performing live, then transposed those digital images into the striking graphic design that wraps the bottle. The liquid inside is the same expertly blended Hennessy VS cognac.

Tasting Notes

Aroma: The nose opens with an intense, fruity character — ripe white grapes and orchard fruit — before settling into pleasantly toasted oak and slightly sweet vanilla undertones. There is a warmth and roundness on the nose that signals the blend's maturity.

Taste: On the palate, robust grilled almond flavors emerge first, quickly joined by vibrant fresh grape and soft floral accents. The mid-palate broadens into a richer, more layered profile where vanilla mingles with toasted grain and a touch of dried fruit. The overall impression is well-rounded and fragrant, with enough body to stand up in mixed drinks.

Finish: The finish is moderate in length, clean, and gently warming. Lingering toasted oak and a final whisper of almond carry the experience to a smooth close.

How to Drink Hennessy VS Les Twins

As a VS cognac, this expression is versatile enough to enjoy neat at room temperature, though it truly shines in cocktails where its fruit-forward, oaky character can anchor the drink. A single large ice cube also opens up the sweeter aromatic notes without diluting the body too quickly.

• Hennessy Sidecar — The grilled almond and citrus interplay pairs naturally with Cointreau and fresh lemon juice in this classic.
• French 75 (Cognac variation) — Substituting cognac for gin brings a richer, more textured take, and the fruity character of the VS complements the champagne beautifully.
• Sazerac — The toasted oak backbone and vanilla sweetness play well against Peychaud's bitters and a hint of absinthe.

Best For

• Gifting a fan of Les Twins, hip-hop culture, or limited-edition spirits
• Starting or expanding a Hennessy collector shelf
• Mixing elevated cocktails at a house party or celebration
• Introducing someone to cognac through a recognizable, approachable expression

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Hennessy VS Les Twins taste like? It delivers robust grilled almond and fresh grape flavors layered with toasted oak, vanilla, and subtle floral notes, finishing clean and gently warm.

How does Hennessy VS Les Twins compare to Martell VS? Both are VS-level cognacs made from Ugni Blanc grapes, but Martell VS tends to lean toward richer stone-fruit notes like plum and apricot, while Hennessy VS emphasizes grilled almond, fresh grape, and a more pronounced toasted oak character. The liquid in the Les Twins bottle is identical to standard Hennessy VS — the distinction is the limited-edition packaging.

Is Hennessy VS Les Twins good for cocktails? Yes — Hennessy VS is widely regarded as one of the most cocktail-friendly cognacs on the market, with enough fruit intensity and oak structure to hold its own against citrus, bitters, and sparkling wine.

Where is Hennessy VS Les Twins made? It is produced by Jas Hennessy & Cie. in Cognac, France, within the legally protected Cognac appellation, using Ugni Blanc grapes from the surrounding region.

What foods pair well with Hennessy VS Les Twins? Marcona almonds and mixed nuts echo its grilled-almond character. Dark chocolate truffles complement the vanilla and oak. Grilled stone fruit with honey mirrors its fruity profile. Aged Comté cheese brings out the toasty depth. Charcuterie with fig jam balances the spirit's sweetness and warmth.

What sizes does Hennessy VS Les Twins come in? This limited-edition release is available in the standard 750ml bottle size.

Is Hennessy VS Les Twins worth the price? The liquid is the same well-regarded Hennessy VS cognac, which positions comfortably as an accessible, entry-level expression within the Hennessy range. The added value here lies in the limited-edition Les Twins bottle design, which appeals to collectors and fans of the collaboration. For drinkers focused solely on liquid quality, the standard Hennessy VS delivers identical flavor at the same tier.

Why Hennessy VS Les Twins?

This bottling represents a genuine first for Maison Hennessy: the use of motion capture technology to translate live human movement into visual art on a cognac bottle. Beyond the collectible packaging, the liquid inside is the same benchmark Hennessy VS that helped define the VS cognac category — double-distilled in Charentais copper alembics, aged in French oak, and blended from up to 40 different eaux-de-vie. For anyone drawn to the intersection of spirits culture and contemporary art, the Les Twins edition is one of the more inventive limited releases in the cognac space. It functions equally well as a display piece and as a fully drinkable, cocktail-ready cognac.