BEST COGNAC

WINNER Finest XO Cognac £35 (50cl), Tesco

Vine fruits take the lead, with spices, biscuits, orchard fruits, a hint of smoke and vanilla giving way to a little woody note at the finish.

SERVE: an XO should stand on its own merits – enjoy as is.

RUNNER UP Aldi VSOP Gold Coated Cognac

(70cl) £24.99

A slightly more aggressive cognac, this showcases hints of leather and tobacco, with peach, walnuts and golden syrup to balance it out.

SERVE: when isn’t a brandy and soda just the ticket, especially when made with cognac?