Genepi Cocktails: 12 Après-Ski and Mountain Apéritif Recipes 2026
For several years, the genepi cocktail has been captivating a new generation of French bartenders who are rediscovering the herbaceous alpine bitterness. From pure genepi on ice to modern genepi tonic, and including warm winter versions (genepi mulled wine, genepi coffee), the range is rich. This guide reveals 12 essential recipes for 2026 to make with De Michellot Genepi Liqueur 70cl 40%.
1. Pure Genepi on Ice (The Tradition)
The essential après-ski. 4 cl of De Michellot Genepi Liqueur in a tulip glass, 2 ice cubes. Serve between 4 and 8°C to release the alpine aromas. Accompany with a Savoyard cheese board.
2. Modern Genepi Tonic
Highball glass with ice: 4 cl De Michellot Genepi + 12 cl premium tonic (Fever-Tree) + lemon zest + rosemary sprig. Trendy apéritif cocktail 2026.
3. Alpine Genepi Spritz
Wine glass with ice: 4 cl Genepi + 6 cl Prosecco + 2 cl soda + orange slice + green olive. Alpine variation of the Venetian Spritz.
4. Genepi Sour Mixology
Shaker with ice: 5 cl De Michellot Genepi + 2 cl lemon juice + 1 cl sugar syrup + 1 egg white. Dry shake for 15s, then with ice for 15s. Strain into a coupe glass. Decorate with Angostura.
5. Genepi Coffee (Winter Digestif)
Freshly extracted espresso + 2 cl De Michellot Genepi + 1 brown sugar cube. Serve in an espresso cup, for a mountain meal's end.
6. Genepi Mulled Wine
Saucepan: 75 cl full-bodied red wine + 5 cl De Michellot Genepi + 1 sliced orange + 1 cinnamon stick + 4 cloves + 50 g sugar. Heat gently for 15 min without boiling. Serve in mountain mugs.
7. Genepi-Apple
Highball glass with ice: 4 cl Genepi + 10 cl organic apple juice + dry Savoyard cider + green apple slice. Autumn-winter cocktail.
8. Genepi & Champagne (Elegance)
Champagne flute: 1.5 cl De Michellot Genepi + 12 cl well-chilled brut champagne. Refined New Year's Eve cocktail.
9. Genepi Mojito (Alpine Twist)
Highball glass: 6 muddled mint leaves + 2 tsp cane sugar + juice of 1/2 lime + 4 cl white rum + 2 cl De Michellot Genepi + crushed ice + sparkling water. Alpine twist on the classic Cuban.
10. Genepi-Gin Tonic
Highball glass: 3 cl London Dry gin + 2 cl De Michellot Genepi + 12 cl tonic + cucumber. Contemporary mixology cocktail.
11. "Refuge" Cocktail (Mountain Signature)
Tumbler with ice: 4 cl De Michellot Genepi + 2 cl agricultural rum + 1 cl maple syrup + 2 dashes Angostura + flambéed orange zest. Signature cocktail of high-altitude refuges.
12. Genepi Mocktail (Non-alcoholic)
For drivers and pregnant women: 4 cl genepi syrup (non-alcoholic) + 12 cl tonic + rosemary + ice cubes. Recreates the aromatic profile without alcohol.
Conclusion
The genepi cocktail transforms every mountain moment into a signature experience. De Michellot Genepi Liqueur 70cl 40%, an artisanal Auvergne product at €26, surpasses industrial versions in aromatic finesse. For professionals: BIB 5L format. Also discover our complete genepi liqueur guide 2026.
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