Hennessy V.S. Limited Edition by Ryan McGinness

Individually numbered. A fluorescent pop art label that glows under black light, designed by acclaimed New York artist Ryan McGinness to commemorate Hennessy's 250th anniversary.

Ryan McGinness is a New York-based artist known for incorporating the visual language of consumer culture, iconography, and graphic design into large-scale paintings and limited edition collaborations. His design for the Hennessy 250th Anniversary draws inspiration from New York City's visual energy — layering a radiant pattern of bright fluorescent colors over a clean white background that activates under UV light. The bottle's metadata is displayed through unique visual symbology, and each bottle is individually numbered.

The liquid inside is Hennessy V.S. — the house's flagship blend of eaux-de-vie from all four Cognac growing regions, aged a minimum of two years. V.S. is Hennessy's most vibrant and versatile expression — designed for cocktails, light mixing, or sipping over ice. The McGinness anniversary edition presents it in one of the most visually striking art bottle formats in the premium cognac category.

Tasting Notes (Hennessy V.S.)

• Nose: Grilled almonds and fresh grapes — fruit-forward and expressive.
• Palate: Sweet and fresh with notes of vanilla and light oak — the versatile V.S. character.
• Finish: Smooth and approachable — ideal for cocktails or light enjoyment.

Specs

• House: Hennessy, established 1765, Cognac, France
• Category: Cognac V.S.
• Artist: Ryan McGinness
• Edition: Individually numbered, 250th Anniversary
• Size: 750ml

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Frequently Asked Questions

• Who is Ryan McGinness? Ryan McGinness is a New York artist who works at the intersection of fine art and commercial visual culture — using the grammar of logos, icons, and consumer imagery in large-scale paintings and limited edition collaborations. His Hennessy 250th anniversary design translates this visual language into a fluorescent UV-reactive bottle label.
• Does the bottle actually glow under black light? Yes — the fluorescent ink in the label reacts to UV light, making the design visible in an entirely different way under black light versus standard lighting. It is designed as a collectible display object as much as a spirits bottle.
• Is this a collector's edition or is the liquid different from standard V.S.? The liquid is standard Hennessy V.S. — the collector's distinction is entirely the individually numbered art bottle by Ryan McGinness. Once this edition's allocation is sold, this specific label will not return.
• Is this a good gift? Yes — the combination of a well-known cognac house, a recognized artist collaboration, UV-reactive design, and individual numbering makes it an unusually distinctive gift for spirits and art enthusiasts alike.