Bernstein: US Leading Cognac Revival

In the last three years the Cognac category has undergone a sea change in global distribution, perception and sales figures. In 2015 it experienced volume growth that outstripped the overall spirits category, and only further accelerated in 2016, according to Bernstein's annual Global Spirits Guide featuring reviews of Cognac, Scotch and Vodka.Furthermore, Bernstein predicts the category will continue to grow in 2017, "with the United States leading the revival of the category," writes senior analyst Trevor Stirling.GLOBAL OVERVIEW. To provide