Avo XO × Rémy Martin VSOP (Cognac)

This is a pairing that speaks in soft, melodic tones—like jazz on vinyl or the rustle of silk. The Avo XO, one of the more refined offerings in the Avo portfolio, is a creamy, medium-bodied cigar with a Dominican core wrapped in a smooth Ecuadorian Connecticut wrapper. Notes of almond, buttered toast, light spice, and a whisper of dried fruit create a palate that’s subtle yet complex. It’s a cigar that favors grace over aggression—balanced and inviting from start to finish.

Rémy Martin VSOP is an elegant Cognac that offers a rich bouquet of stone fruit, vanilla, baking spice, and soft florals. Made from eaux-de-vie sourced exclusively from the Grande and Petite Champagne crus, it’s velvety, warming, and refined. The VSOP category is often the gateway to serious Cognac appreciation, and Rémy Martin’s version stands out for its blend of smoothness and structure.

When paired, the two glide effortlessly together. The cigar’s nutty core and creamy texture pull forward the Cognac’s vanilla and apricot, while the floral notes of the Rémy Martin bring a delicate brightness to the smoke. There’s no harsh contrast here—only resonance. Midway through the cigar, a soft spice appears, aligning beautifully with the Cognac’s aged oak and cinnamon. It’s not a flavor bomb—it’s a flavor waltz.

This pairing belongs in candlelit lounges, beside a grand piano, or at the tail end of a romantic dinner. It’s graceful, timeless, and ideal for moments when you don’t want your evening to end. Not every pairing needs to shake the ground—some are meant to float just above it.