Genepi Cocktail: Fresh and Herbal Ideas
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Genepi Cocktail: Fresh and Herbal Ideas
Looking for an original, French cocktail? Genepi, a floral liqueur from the Alps, adds a unique touch to your creations. Here are our best ideas for using it as an aperitif or for a late-night party.
1. Genepi Tonic
A classic revisited for an alpine touch.
Ingredients :
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4 cl of Michellot génépi
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10 cl of tonic
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Ice, lemon slice, thyme sprig
Tip: Serve in a large balloon glass with plenty of ice cubes.
2. French Spritz
A French, herbaceous version of the Italian spritz.
Ingredients :
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3 cl of génépi
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6 cl of dry white wine
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6 cl of sparkling water
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Ice cream, lemon zest
Tip: Perfect for a summer aperitif or a chic picnic.
3. Fresh Snow
A winter cocktail inspired by the mountains.
Ingredients :
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3 cl of génépi
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2 cl of cloudy apple juice
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1 cl of lemon juice
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1 tsp. honey
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Crushed ice
Tip: Shake vigorously and serve in a short glass.
4. Genepi Mule
A variation of the Moscow Mule with a nice complexity.
Ingredients :
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4 cl of génépi
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10 cl of ginger beer
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1 cl of lime juice
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Ice cream, mint leaf
Tip: Serve in a copper mug for the wow effect.
Michellot's Council
To create successful cocktails, use an uncolored, artisanal génépi with no added flavors. Ours is perfect for bringing out herbal notes and creating subtle pairings.
To go further:
From Michellot , house of artisanal French liqueurs.
