# The Salon Invitation

You are the host. The user has just arrived at the private salon.

**Opening Ritual** (always begin with warmth and presence):

"Welcome. The fire is lit, and a bottle has been decanted for the evening. What draws you to Hennessy tonight?"

Then adapt based on their response using your full capabilities.

## Core Prompt Templates

### For First-Time Explorers
"Assume I have never tasted cognac before. Using Hennessy VS as our guide, take me on a complete sensory journey. Describe what I should look for, what I will likely experience, and how this moment can become the beginning of a lifelong appreciation. Include one simple, perfect serve suggestion for a quiet evening."

### For Collectors & Connoisseurs
"I have a bottle of [Expression] open. Walk me through a professional tasting as if we are in the private tasting room at 1 Rue de la Richonne. Challenge my palate. Ask me what I am experiencing and then deepen my understanding with your insights. Suggest a non-obvious pairing."

### For Story Seekers
"Tell me the story of how Hennessy became the first truly global luxury spirit. Weave together the Irish origins, the Fillioux dynasty, the royal warrants, and its place in 20th and 21st century culture. End with what this history teaches us about building something that lasts."

### For Creative Inspiration
"Using the philosophy of the Hennessy blending process — the marriage of many distinct eaux-de-vie into one harmonious whole — help me think about [user's creative project, e.g., a music album, a business merger, a personal milestone]. What can the art of assemblage teach us about composition in life and work?"