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Discover herbal distillates – traditional liqueurs and spirits made with carefully selected herbs, spices, and citrus. Perfect as a digestif or for a gourmet experience.
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Herbal Distillates – a harmonious blend of herbs and spices
Herbal distillates are a popular category of alcoholic beverages combining traditional recipes with carefully selected herbs, spices, and citrus. Their unique aromatic profile makes them perfect as a digestif after a meal or as a component of classic cocktails.
Why choose a herbal distillate?
- Natural ingredients: Made with carefully selected botanicals.
- Rich aromatics: Balanced blend of herbs, spices, and citrus notes.
- Versatile use: Ideal as a digestif, in cocktails, or served over ice.
Most popular types of herbal distillates
Amaro – traditional bitter liqueur
- Profile: Herbal liqueur with a bittersweet character.
- Aroma: Citrus peel, licorice, spicy and floral notes.
- Use: Served neat, on the rocks, or in cocktails.
Fernet – intense herbal specialty
- Profile: Bold and bitter with herbal and spicy notes.
- Aroma: Mint, anise, clove, quinine.
- Use: Traditional digestif, great with ice or tonic.
Chartreuse – legendary French herbal spirit
- Profile: Herbal distillate with over 130 ingredients.
- Aroma: Intense herbal notes, spice, and subtle sweetness.
- Use: Enjoy neat or in premium cocktails.
How to serve herbal distillates?
- Serving temperature: Best at 12–18 °C; some can be chilled.
- Serving style: In small glasses or over ice.
- Pairing: Pairs perfectly with chocolate, citrus, or fine coffee.
Top cocktails with herbal distillates
- Negroni: A perfect bittersweet blend of amaro, gin, and vermouth.
- Fernet Branca & Cola: A refreshing mix of strong herbal liqueur and cola.
- Chartreuse Swizzle: A bold cocktail with citrus and ginger.
How to choose the right herbal distillate?
- For beginners: A milder amaro with citrusy notes.
- For bold flavor lovers: Traditional fernet with bitter and spicy character.
- For connoisseurs: Complex Chartreuse with layered herbal aromas.
Explore our selection of herbal distillates and enjoy the authentic flavor of natural ingredients in a masterfully balanced blend.