# Spiral Booze Tributes The Pierre Frapin-Inspired Cognac Cuvee 1888 By Marissa Liu | Published 2010-02-06 | Luxury Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cognac-cuvee-1888 References: [bornrich.org](http://www.bornrich.org/entry/cognac-cuve-1888-pays-tribute-to-pierre-frapin/) & [webluxe.net](http://www.webluxe.net/gastronomia/frapin-rabelais-cuvee-1888-cognac-raffinato-e-sensuale.htm) The specially designed Cognac Cuvée 1888 is an aromatically [cognac blend](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hennessy-and-florian-zumbrunn) with hints of fruit, nuts, balamic and roasted cocoa and coffee beans. The spicy and soft elixir is housed in a bottle with a [24-karat gold stopper](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/havana-club-aejo-7-aos-bottle) in this twisty crystal decanter and is meant to recall a spinning top. Cognac Cuvée 1888 was made by the Frapin Rabelais family who have been producing wine and brandy for 20 generations. This [limited edition cognac](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/delamain-la-rambaudie) is priced at $7400. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.9/10 - Popularity: 15% | Activity: 65% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Luxury](https://www.trendhunter.com/luxury) > [Ultra Luxury](https://www.trendhunter.com/ultraluxury) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Luxury Spirits:** Create high-end, elevated spirits with unique flavor profiles to appeal to discerning consumers. - **Artistic Packaging:** Design visually stunning and creative packaging that enhances the overall experience of the product. - **Limited Edition:** Leverage the scarcity and exclusivity of limited edition products to create hype and demand among collectors. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Alcohol & Beverage:** Innovate in the alcohol and beverage industry by introducing premium spirits and refined flavor combinations. - **Packaging & Design:** Provide creative packaging solutions that not only protect the product but also serve as a visually appealing element. - **Collectibles & Antiques:** Tap into the collector's market by creating limited edition products with unique features and aesthetics. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Luxury Rapper-Approved Cognacs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/505-edition-branson-cognac.md) - [Luxurious Limited-Edition Coffrets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/louis-xiii-classic-decanter.md) - [Limited Crystal Cognac](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/505-edition-branson.md) - [Exquisitely Aged Brandy Expressions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/anniversary-cuve.md) - [Extravagant Whiskey Bottle Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/whiskey-bottle-design.md) - [Luxurious Heritage-Honoring Decanters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lunar-new-year-coffret.md) - [Opulent Holiday-Edition Cognacs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/reach-for-the-stars.md) - [Premium Smoky Cognacs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fortnum-mason5.md) - [Exquisite Artist-Designed Spirits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/anish-kapoor2.md)