Branson Grande Champagne VSOP Cognac by 50 Cent
Branson Grande Champagne VSOP Cognac by 50 Cent is the real thing behind the celebrity name: a 100% Grande Champagne cognac — eaux-de-vie drawn entirely from Cognac's premier cru — aged a minimum of 4 years (the majority up to 7) in French oak, bottled at 40% ABV (80 proof) in a 750mL bottle. Blended by Cognac Raymond Ragnaud, a fifth-generation family house working Grande Champagne since 1860. It is available to order online at Del Mesa Liquor, San Diego, CA.
- ABV: 40% (80 proof)
- Size: 750mL
- Age: VSOP — minimum 4 years, majority up to 7, French oak
- Cru: 100% Grande Champagne eaux-de-vie
- Origin: Cognac, France
- Blender: Cognac Raymond Ragnaud (5th generation, since 1860)
Grande Champagne, Not Just a Name
In Cognac, Grande Champagne is the first cru — the chalky heartland whose eaux-de-vie are prized for finesse and longevity. Branson sources its VSOP exclusively from this terroir, and the blending is entrusted to the Ragnaud family, who have distilled and aged in Grande Champagne since 1860. The result is a VSOP with real pedigree: bright gold with bronze hues, built for sipping and for cocktails that deserve better than an ordinary VS. Explore the Branson collection and browse more cognac at Del Mesa.
Tasting Notes
Bright gold with bronze hues. The nose opens with peach, melon and a touch of tobacco leaf. The palate is smooth and rounded — sweet spice, clove and a hint of vanilla — leading to a refreshing, clean finish.
How to Enjoy
Neat or on a large cube to appreciate the Grande Champagne finesse, or in a Sidecar or Vieux Carré where the extra age on the blend stands up to citrus and bitters. A natural fit for celebrations that call for something a step above.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who makes Branson Cognac?
It is blended by Cognac Raymond Ragnaud, a fifth-generation family producer in Grande Champagne since 1860, for the brand founded in association with Curtis "50 Cent" Jackson.
Is Branson VSOP 100% Grande Champagne?
Yes — it is sourced entirely from eaux-de-vie grown in the Grande Champagne cru, Cognac's premier terroir.
How long is Branson VSOP aged?
A minimum of 4 years, with the majority of the blend aged up to 7 years in French oak.
Order Branson Grande Champagne VSOP Cognac online from Del Mesa Liquor in San Diego, CA — premier-cru cognac with a hip-hop pedigree.