Jun 09 2026
RestaurantsTheo's - FayettevilleHennessy Xo Recipe

Hennessy Xo Recipe

Time15m
Serves1

Make Hennessy Xo Recipe in just 15m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

Garnish (Optional)

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Chill the Glass

    Place a snifter glass in the freezer for about 10 minutes to chill.

  2. 2

    Prepare the Ingredients

    Gather all the ingredients including Hennessy XO, ice cubes, and optional water.

Mixing

  1. 3

    Pour the Cognac

    Remove the chilled glass from the freezer and pour 50 ml of Hennessy XO into the glass.

  2. 4

    Add Ice

    Carefully add 3 ice cubes to the glass. This will slightly chill the cognac and enhance the flavors.

  3. 5

    Optional Water

    If desired, add 30 ml of water to the glass to open up the flavors of the cognac.

Garnishing

  1. 6

    Add Garnish

    If using, twist a strip of orange peel over the drink to release its oils and drop it into the glass. Optionally, add a cinnamon stick for additional flavor.

Serving

  1. 7

    Enjoy

    Serve immediately and enjoy the rich and complex flavors of Hennessy XO.

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