Hennessy Henny Rita is the margarita interpretation in the brand new Hennessy Very Special Cocktails ready to serve line, launched in late 2025 by Maison Hennessy as their official entry into the prebatched cocktail category. The recipe takes the classic margarita template and rebuilds it around cognac, pairing authentic Hennessy VS with bright citrus and a hint of agave, proofed down to a sessionable 18% ABV. The Hennessy VS base brings its signature soft vanilla, toasted oak, and gentle spice, anchoring the lime forward profile with a depth that traditional tequila based margaritas cannot quite replicate. The result is tart, tropical, and unexpected, a margarita reimagined through a Cognac maison lens. Designed for the modern host, the bottle is built around speed and consistency. Just chill, pour over fresh ice with a lime wedge, and serve. Bottled in 375ml format alongside Henny Iced Tea and Henny Berry, the three expressions that make up the inaugural Hennessy ready to serve cocktail range. A bold citrus refresher with the Hennessy name and quality behind it.
ABV / Proof
| Brand |
Hennessy |
| Producer |
Maison Hennessy, Cognac, France (LVMH / Moët Hennessy) |
| Founded |
1765 |
| Series |
Hennessy Very Special Cocktails (Ready to Serve) |
| Category |
Cognac Based Ready to Serve Cocktail, Margarita Inspired |
| Base Spirit |
Hennessy Very Special (VS) Cognac |
| Flavor Profile |
Tart citrus and a hint of agave with VS cognac vanilla and spice backbone |
| Released |
2025 / 2026 |
| ABV |
18% |
| Proof |
36 |
| Bottle Size |
375ml |
| Serve |
Chill, pour over fresh ice with a lime wedge |
| Country |
France (Cognac region) |
| Sister Products |
Henny Iced Tea, Henny Berry |
Tasting Notes
Color: Pale golden yellow with bright lemon highlights.
Nose: Fresh lime and citrus zest lead, lifted by a hint of agave sweetness and the Hennessy VS cognac base bringing vanilla and soft oak underneath.
Palate: Tart, tropical, and totally unexpected. Lime forward and bright up front, with agave sweetness pulling the citrus back into balance and the cognac base rounding the mid palate with vanilla and gentle spice.
Finish: Clean and refreshing with a crisp citrus snap, lingering agave warmth, and a soft cognac fade.
FAQ
What is Henny Rita? A ready to serve cognac based cocktail prebatched at the Hennessy maison in France, combining Hennessy VS cognac with margarita inspired citrus and a touch of agave. Part of the new Hennessy Very Special Cocktails line.
Is this a tequila margarita? No. Henny Rita is a margarita inspired cocktail built on cognac, not tequila. The lime and agave references come from the classic margarita template, but the base spirit is Hennessy VS. Think of it as a cognac maison's interpretation of the margarita rather than a tequila substitute.
How do I serve it? Chill the bottle, then pour over fresh ice with a lime wedge garnish. A salt rim is optional and traditional. No mixing or additional ingredients required.
What is the ABV? 18% ABV (36 proof), the standard sessionable strength for the Hennessy Very Special Cocktails RTS line. Lower than straight cognac, designed for ice and casual sipping.
What other Hennessy ready to serve cocktails are available? Two sister expressions launched alongside Henny Rita: Henny Iced Tea (black tea and citrus) and Henny Berry (berry mojito inspired). All three are 375ml at 18% ABV and can be purchased individually or as a bundle.
Where can I buy Hennessy Henny Rita online? Available here at Liquor On Broadway while stock lasts, with fast insured shipping nationwide.
