White cognac is a French brandy made by distilling white wine in oak barrels. It is typically lighter in color and aged for a shorter period than other cognacs. Hennessy is the most popular distiller, but it can be hard to find outside of France.
White cognac is a type of French brandy generally made by distilling white wine in oak barrels. It is typically made in much the same way as other types of cognac, but is usually much lighter in color because it hasn’t been aged for as long. Freshly distilled white cognac can be very strong, containing up to 70% ABV, although most distilleries dilute brandy to around 40% ABV. While the distillation of cognac is a vital part of the history of the cognac region in western France, white cognac is considered a creation of the modern era. It is said to be a refreshing drink, with a fresh and fruity taste, to be served chilled or mixed in cocktails.
Cognac distillates are traditionally distilled in the Cognac region of France, approximately 289 miles (465 km) southwest of Paris on the Atlantic coast. The region boasts 15,000 vineyards, producing Colombard, Ugni Blanc and Folle Blanche, the three types of grapes commonly used to make cognac. These grape varieties are generally very hardy and typically produce an acidic white wine that contains low levels of alcohol. The vineyards of the Cognac region are said to cover approximately 197,600 acres (80,000 hectares).
Most cognacs are made by making white wine from grapes grown in the cognac region. This wine often has an alcohol content of around seven percent. Wine is typically distilled twice, creating a strong, clear liquid that can be up to 70 percent ABV. This liquid is then aged in oak barrels, typically for at least two years, though usually much longer.
Cognac is believed to get its color from the barrels themselves, so the longer the liquor is aged in the barrels, the darker it can become. White cognac is therefore pale in color because it is usually not as aged as darker varieties. While some varieties of fine cognac can age for as little as 50 years, and usually much longer, white cognac is often aged for a minimum of only 15 years.
The type of French brandy known as white cognac can be hard to find. Hennessy may be the most popular distiller of white cognac, but Hennessy Pure White is often hard to find outside of France. Prices for a bottle of Hennessy Pure White generally start at around $40 US Dollars (USD), but can go up significantly depending on the location of the buyer, the age of the bottle, and other factors.
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