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Evening Standard
Douglas Blyde

Douglas Blyde tells the story of Courvoisier’s contemporary comeback

From the swagger of Busta Rhymes’ Pass the Courvoisier to the exclusive Japanese cask-aged edition showcased in Harrods, Courvoisier has long enjoyed its place in the spotlight. Yet, the true heart of this storied house beats quietly along the banks of the River Charente, far from the bright lights. It’s here, on the peaceful waters once used to ship Cognac to the world, that Courvoisier’s legacy was born and where, today, it’s being reawakened.

The newly revitalised Maison Courvoisier feels like a love letter to the brand’s past, crafted with meticulous care by Gilles & Boissier, designers celebrated for their work at Connolly in Mayfair and some of the world’s most opulent hotels. Their restoration has breathed fresh life into the 1857 building, making it more than a distillery centrepiece.

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