I believe each individual has unique taste buds. I am no expert, just for leisure drinking after an exhausting day at work, or celebrating with family members or friends. At first I was hesitant to try Martell Blue Swift but based on the board’s individual review that one has to taste it to familiarize your tasting buds. Cognacs are for sipping and not for straight up shot drink. I have learned from an article to fully enjoy cognac drink one needs to sip it and exhale your breathe slowly out to your mouth discreetly. To enjoy its full essence, taste, and calming effects. This is a good starting point to drink cognac which give favorable response to your taste buds. I am adding Martell Blue Swift to my collection. The 50 ml’s are available in the market to test it, if you are not fully ready to invest a full bottle $37-$40 depending on location. For me you won’t regret it, and your next test upgrade would be Hennessy Privilege. Enjoy and drink in moderation