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The 5 Best Chasers for Hennessy

Charl Joost
Last Updated: February 24th, 2023

When it comes to drinking, the most important thing is to have a good time. But if you’re planning on having a good time with Hennessy Cognac, one more important thing: make sure you have some chasers to go with it.

There are plenty of different kinds of chasers – typically, whatever you’re drinking will dictate what type of chaser you need. As far as cognac goes, there are a few options that are pretty much classic choices like coke, ginger ale, tonic, iced tea, and infused water.

A chaser means that you drink something after taking a swig of your main drink. In this case, the chaser is something that will cut through the richness of Hennessy and help cleanse your palate so you can go back for another sip.

Here are some of the 5 best chasers for Hennessy.

Top Chasers for Hennessy

Coca-Cola

coca cola

While drinking Hennessy, there is a great tradition of enjoying a glass of Coca-Cola. This is partly because Hennessy, like whiskey, has some intense flavors that take some getting used to.

Coke has two significant benefits as a chaser. First, it’s got caffeine in it – a little goes a long way in keeping you awake and alert. The sugar will also help bring your blood sugar back up, and the caffeine will help you feel perky again.

Coke pairs well with Hennessy because it also has sweetness and effervescence. The carbonation helps remove any stickiness from the cognac and cools down its strong flavor, so it doesn’t become overpowering.

The coke’s syrupy sweetness cuts through Hennessy’s harshness and makes it easier to drink. This is especially helpful late in the game – you’ll wake up with less of a hangover than you would otherwise have had and more enthusiasm for another round.

Ginger Ale

ginger ale

The savory complexity of Hennessy and the sweet spice from the ginger ale might seem like an unlikely pair, but it’s surprisingly complementary.

Hennessy is thick and syrupy, while ginger ale is a highly carbonated beverage. But despite their differences, they share certain similarities that make them work together brilliantly.

A Hennessy shot can sometimes be overwhelming all by itself – it’s got that bite. By following it with a gulp of ginger ale, you can mellow out the taste, making it the complete drink for those who want to savor the flavor instead of just throwing down a shot.

It doesn’t mask or alter the flavors quite as much – the spices of the Hennessey don’t get lost in a bubbly beverage like they might in something like Coca-cola.

Because ginger ale is more of an acquired taste than cola (made with real ginger root instead of artificial flavoring), you don’t need to worry about this pair being unhealthy.

Tonic

tonic

Some might say Hennessy is an acquired taste, but that’s because they haven’t tried it with tonic.

Tonic is a popular mixer for gin, vodka, and other clear liquors. But it’s also an excellent option for those looking for a change from the bold flavor of spirits.

Tonic water is made by infusing carbonated water with quinine, a chemical extracted from the bark of the cinchona tree. It has a bitter, citrusy flavor that helps cut the alcohol in your drink, and it also adds a hint of effervescence to your drink without adding color or calories.

Hennessey tends to be harsher than wines and ciders, and the bitterness of tonic as a chaser can help neutralize the glass.

The additional carbonation makes Hennessey chaser extra fizzy and gives it that unique mouth-feel – you may even notice that when you first use tonics as a chaser, you feel like your mouth is tingling for a short time afterward.

Iced Tea

iced tea

The taste of whiskey is amplified when chased by something else, and when you add that Hennessey is a pretty harsh liquor in its own right, something like iced tea to cut through it helps.

Iced tea is a refreshing cashier for your glass of Hennessey cognac. After taking a shot of Hennesey, sip your iced to reveal a unique twist on your planet like no other. The sweetness of the iced tea cuts through the burn and gives you a smooth finish.

The combination is so popular that there are plenty of recipes for cocktails that incorporate the two ingredients.

Infused Water

infused water

You’ve had a long day and are ready to unwind with a glass of Hennessey. Many people will tell you that a cigar perfectly accompanies your favorite cognac.

Still, infused water can add some pizzazz to your drink without adding calories or unnecessary chemicals.

What’s so great about infused water? It’s simple – water makes everything taste better. Water is one thing that brings out the flavor in everything else because it doesn’t have any flavor of its own.

Pairing the right ingredients with Hennessey can make it taste better than ever. In addition to helping you avoid the calories in sugary chasers, it won’t cause your blood sugar to spike as much as soda or juice would.

The basic formula is simple: put your fruit and herb ingredients in a jar or pitcher and fill it with water. Let it sit for two hours, then strain out the ingredients and enjoy a glass of Hennessey chased by your infused water!

Chasers for Hennessy – Summary

As we have seen, good chasers can be an excellent complement to your liquor of choice. When selecting one, it’s best to consider the other flavors present in your drink.

However, no matter what you choose, a good chaser could make all the difference between a pleasant and terrible evening.

Make sure you also check out our list of best chasers for Tequila or our guide on what to drink with Hennessy.

About The Author

Charl Joost

Charl is a trainer, public speaker, and professional writer. While he has been coached to niche down, he has many passions. These include golf, gardening, technology, and a decent cup of coffee or two. Charl loves to learn about new products and tries everything he writes about.

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