1. Brewing process
Martell XO liquor has an average aging time of 25 years. It is made of 100% high-quality grapes and then aged in oak barrels in new barrels. One of the characteristics of Martell XO is the use of 100% high-quality grapes, which makes its taste softer, mellow and richer.
Blue ribbon is a kind of mixed cognac, which is made of different grape varieties and mixed in different years to make the best taste and aroma. One way to make the blue ribbon is to mix cognac with different properties and then age it in wooden barrels to keep the flavor balance of the blue ribbon.
2. Quality characteristics
Martell XO and Blue Ribbon are different in quality characteristics because of different brewing techniques and materials.
Martell XO is rich in aroma, delicate in taste and fruity. Its taste is soft, balanced and rich, and its aftertaste is lasting.
The taste and aroma of the blue ribbon are soft and clear, and the taste is smooth. The rich floral and fruity aromas are mixed together, and the aftertaste is full.
In a word, the difference between the two cognac mainly lies in the brewing technology and quality characteristics. Martell XO is highly recognized for its high-quality brewing technology and rich taste, while Blue Ribbon is widely loved for its gentle and delicate taste and rich aroma.