Limited Edition Hennessy X.O. Gift Box

Led by the unbeatable Michael Phelps, the US is laying down some serious whoop arse at the Beijing Olympics. With just under two weeks to go, there will still be something like 10,000 hours of Olympic action left to watch. When the track and field events begin, why not host a little get-together with your friends to watch some quality javelin throwing.

The proper drink of choice for such a get-together would be some Hennessy, in particular some served as part of this recently released limited-edition Hennessy X.O. 888 Gift Box, featuring a 750 mL bottle of Hennessy X.O. and two Hennessy Baccarat designed glasses all in a decorative gift box. This special set was released in celebration of August 8, 2008 (8/8/08), the Opening of the Beijing Olympics, and is available now at a suggested retail price of $160 (which, btw, is the same price as a bottle of Hennessy X.O.

Go to to hennessy-cognac.com for more information.

Hennessy Holiday Cocktails

Nothing beats spending a nice, cozy winter night with that special sexy someone while sipping an intoxicating cocktail. Well our friends at Hennessy agree and have sent over a couple of delicious drink recipes just in time for the holidays:

Hennessy POM Sidecar
1 oz Hennessy VS
1/2 oz Grand Marnier
3/4 oz fresh lemon juice
1/2 oz Pomegranate Juice
1/2 oz simple syrup
Pour all ingredients in a shaker filled with ice. Shake and strain into glass.
Garnish: Fresh thyme (optional)

Hennessy Hot Toddy
1 1/2 oz. Hennessy VSOP
1/2 oz. maple syrup
1/2 oz. fresh lemon juice
Fill w/ hot water
Build in a toddy glass and stir.
Garnish: Cinnamon stick and freshly grated nutmeg.

Hennessy Miami

Last week, we posted the recipes for a couple of delicious Hennessy drinks. Crew member Tandori requested more and Crew Member Drewsky responded with one for his beloved Hennessy Miami:

1 1/2 oz Hennessy VSOP
1/2 oz fresh lime juice
1/2 oz simple syrup
3 to 4 mint leaves

Pour all the ingredients including the mint leaves into a shaker. Add 5 or 6 ice cubes and close the shaker. Shake well and strain into a glass. Garnish with a mint leaf.

Yummy.

Belvedere Intense

So do you really need a 100 proof luxury vodka? Perhaps if you're trying to stone-drunk a supermodel. If this circumstance shall ever befall you, consider Moet Hennessy's upcoming Belvedere Intense which will be available exclusively at leading international airports including London Heathrow, Paris Charles de Gaulle and New York JFK for 45 euros. The Intense is described as full-bodied and smooth, and has hints of creme caramel, spices, and rich bitter chocolate. The strength of the vodka comes from its double-filtration process, which also brings out the overall depth of the spirit. Happy drinking.

via luxist.com