Pierre Ferrand 10 Generations Year of the Rabbit Cognac 1er Cru Port Cask

Ferrand 10 Generations Year Of The Rabbit Port Cask Finished Cognac is a limited-edition French cognac that marries the storied heritage of Maison Ferrand with refined barrel innovation. Finished in Port wine casks, this Year of the Rabbit release delivers luscious fruit character, silky texture, and layered spice, making it a versatile sipper—equally compelling neat or in elevated cocktails.

Origins & Craftsmanship
Hailing from the historic Grande Champagne area of Cognac, France, this expression honors ten generations of the Ferrand family’s distilling tradition, which stretches back centuries in the Cognac region. The base blend is created from Ugni Blanc grapes, double-distilled in traditional Charentais stills and then matured in French oak barrels to build core structure and depth. A distinctive twist in this limited Year of the Rabbit version comes from extended finishing in Port wine casks, which imprints rich fortified-wine character onto the spirit while lifting sweetness and complexity.

At 44 % ABV (88 proof), it delivers a balanced intensity—full enough to reveal layers of fruit and spice without harsh heat—and stands as a celebration of both heritage and innovative barrel craftsmanship. 

Tasting Profile
Nose: Aromas of vanilla pastry, almond, and toasted oak give a rich opening, followed by floral lift and hints of orange blossom and nutmeg. The Port finish introduces red berry sweetness and candied fruit character that makes the bouquet feel inviting and layered.

Palate: Smooth and velvety, the palate showcases pear, honey, and chestnut with waves of port-soaked cherries, plum, and fig beneath. Spice notes (cinnamon and subtle ginger) interplay with rich fortified-wine influence, giving a dessert-like yet balanced complexity.

Finish: Long and elegant, with warm oak spice, gentle sweetness, and a lingering fruit echo—a satisfying close that keeps the fortified-wine nuance active while remaining distinctly cognac at heart.

Quick Overview

Cocktail Recipes

Port Cask Cognac Old Fashioned

• 2 oz Ferrand 10 Generations Year of the Rabbit Port Cask Finished Cognac

• ¼ oz demerara syrup

• 2 dashes aromatic bitters
  Method: Stir with ice until well chilled; strain into a rocks glass over a large ice cube; garnish with orange twist.

Rabbit’s Red Manhattan

• 2 oz Port Cask Finished Cognac

• 1 oz sweet vermouth

• 2 dashes amarena cherry bitters
  Method: Stir with ice; strain into a chilled coupe; garnish with a brandied cherry.