The House’s iconic rooftop bar has officially reopened, launching the summer season with Martell Global Master Mixologist R\u00e9my Savage in residence. Each summer, from June to September, L’Indigo Bar by Martell offers curated programming and bold new cocktails with a panoramic view of Cognac. For the 2025 season, Martell Global Master Mixologist R\u00e9my Savage and his team serve up Martell cocktails with a fresh new take on beloved classics.<\/p>\n
Since 2020, R\u00e9my Savage has been working with Martell cognacs as the House’s global master mixologist. This year, R\u00e9my and his partner Sara Moudoulaud are taking things to the next level by establishing their residence in Cognac for the season. To mark the occasion, they have crafted a collection of creative cocktails that rethink the classics through the lens of cognac. By turning to cognac as the base for beloved recipes, R\u00e9my Savage showcases the smoothness and complexity of the House’s iconic blends, adding on a fresh new twist that smashes expectations.<\/p>\n
On the menu, some imaginatively revisited recipes and signature serves created by Martell Master Mixologist R\u00e9my Savage: the refreshing Martell Fine \u00e0 l’Eau, a mix of Martell VS, verjus and sparkling water, is an effervescent surprise.<\/p>\n
Amongst revisited cocktails, it will be possible to order a Margarita with Martell Blue Swift, orange liqueur and lime, which makes for a zesty thirst-quencher. Also with a Martell Blue Swift base, a Mojito combining lime, sparkling water and mint. Finally, the Martell Negroni features Martell VSOP with the classic additions of sweet vermouth and a choice of gentian-based bitters. Whatever the drink, Martell cognac is at the heart of the story this summer at L’Indigo.<\/p>\n
Known among drinks connoisseurs around the world, R\u00e9my Savage is an award-winning bartender and Martell Global Master Mixologist since 2020. Maison Martell has always worked with the finest experts, and R\u00e9my Savage is no exception. Admired for his creative flair, R\u00e9my Savage has shaken up the world of mixology by challenging conventions and pushing boundaries to explore new taste experiences. His cocktail journey has taken him all over, from Paris to London and back again, opening innovative new bars in both cities. Over the course of his tenure at Maison Martell, R\u00e9my Savage has learned to rely on the House’s nuanced, aromatic cognacs as bases for classic cocktails, adding layers of complexity and surprise to the glass.<\/p>\n
R\u00e9my Savage commented: “Since the beginning of my collaboration with Martell, my love and curiosity for this city, its vineyards, and its craftsmanship have only grown. As summer approaches, I feel the desire to settle here for the season, to share our world with the people of Cognac, under the indigo sun. This season will be a unique opportunity to continue exploring and discovering this terroir.<\/p>\n
A delicious ‘trick’ I learnt with time when making a drink for myself (or people I love) is simply to turn to cognac as a base for their favourite classic. The rich and aromatic nature of Martell is comfortable blending in most cocktail structures and often adds a layer of complexity that surprises many!”<\/p>\n
The oldest of the great cognac houses, Maison Martell prides itself on its enduring audacity, which dates all the way back to its founding in 1715. Always revolutionary in spirit, the House is reclaiming its heritage through initiatives like L’Indigo Bar by Martell, a place where cognac takes the stage, coming alive as a mixology essential rather than a traditional neat spirit. The cognacs of Maison Martell are full of surprises \u2013 and the 2025 summer season at L’Indigo provides just a taste of what’s to come from this historic House.<\/p>\n
Hero Cocktail<\/p>\n
MARTELL FINE \u00c0 L’EAU
\nIngredients
\n35 ml Martell VS
\n25 ml Verjus
\n15 ml Sugar syrup
\n100 ml Soda water<\/p>\n
“Fan of Negroni, Margarita, or Mojito..? Let us reinvent your favourite classic with Martell cognacs.”<\/p>\n
MARTELL NEGRONI
\nIngredients
\n30 ml Martell Blue Swift
\n30 ml Sweet Vermouth
\n30 ml Suze or Campari<\/p>\n
MARTELL MARGARITA
\nIngredients
\n50 ml Martell Blue Swift
\n20 ml Orange liqueur
\n75 ml Sugar syrup
\n20 ml Lime juice<\/p>\n
MARTELL MOJITO
\nIngredients
\n45 ml Martell VS
\n20 ml Lime juice
\n15 ml Simple sugar syrup
\n90 ml Soda water<\/p>\n