6 Original Génépi Cocktails to Make at Home
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Génépi isn't just for the traditional digestif: its herbal freshness makes it a great base for mixology. Here are 6 original génépi cocktails, from the simplest to the most creative.
1. Génépi Sour
A classic sour reimagined, frothy and tart.
Ingredients (1 glass)
- 50ml génépi
- 20ml fresh lemon juice
- 10ml sugar syrup
- 1 egg white (or aquafaba for an egg-free version)
- Ice
Method
- Add all ingredients to a shaker without ice, dry shake for 15 seconds to emulsify the egg white.
- Add ice and shake again for 15 seconds.
- Strain into a coupe, no ice.
2. Génépi Fizz
A fresh, lightly sparkling long drink, perfect as a summer aperitif.
Ingredients (1 glass)
- 40ml génépi
- 20ml fresh lemon juice
- 10ml sugar syrup
- 80ml chilled soda water
- Ice
Method
- Pour the génépi, lemon and syrup into a highball glass filled with ice.
- Top with soda water.
- Stir gently before serving.
3. Alpine Negroni
A mountain twist on the Negroni, where génépi brings a floral note in place of the usual bitterness.
Ingredients (1 glass)
- 30ml génépi
- 30ml gin
- 30ml sweet vermouth
- Orange zest
- Ice
Method
- Pour the three spirits into an old-fashioned glass filled with ice.
- Stir for 20 seconds.
- Garnish with an orange zest expressed over the glass.
4. Génépi Julep
An alpine take on the mint julep, refreshed by the double herbal note of mint and génépi.
Ingredients (1 glass)
- 60ml génépi
- 8 fresh mint leaves
- 10ml sugar syrup
- Crushed ice
Method
- Gently muddle the mint with the syrup at the bottom of the glass to release the essential oils.
- Fill the glass with crushed ice.
- Pour in the génépi, stir, and garnish with a mint sprig.
5. Blanche des Neiges
A dessert cocktail, creamy and indulgent, to extend the meal.
Ingredients (1 glass)
- 30ml génépi
- 30ml white crème de cacao
- 30ml single cream
- Ice
Method
- Add all ingredients to a shaker filled with ice.
- Shake vigorously for 15 seconds.
- Strain into a chilled coupe.
6. Chalet Espresso Martini
An alpine twist on the espresso martini, for a digestif with a jolt.
Ingredients (1 glass)
- 30ml génépi
- 30ml vodka
- 30ml freshly brewed espresso, cooled
- 10ml sugar syrup
- Ice
Method
- Add all ingredients to a shaker filled with ice.
- Shake energetically for 15 seconds to build a golden foam.
- Strain into a coupe, no ice.
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