5 anisette-based cocktails to rediscover the French aperitif

Introduction

Sweet, floral and refreshing, anisette is the perfect liqueur to enhance your aperitifs.
Traditionally served neat or topped up with water, it also lends itself to superb, modern and elegant cocktail creations .
Here are 5 original ideas based on Michellot Anisette Liqueur , to enjoy with friends throughout the year.

1. Anisette Spritz 🍊

The Spritz revisited in a floral and French version.

Ingredients

  • 4 cl of Michellot Anisette Liqueur

  • 8 cl of brut crémant

  • 4 cl of sparkling water

  • 1 slice of orange or lemon

Preparation

  1. Fill a large wine glass with ice cubes.

  2. Pour in the anisette liqueur, then the crémant.

  3. Top up with sparkling water.

  4. Mix gently and add an orange slice.

🌿 Result: a sparkling and aromatic cocktail, perfect for summer.

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2. French Anisette Tonic 🍋

The elegance of a gin and tonic… but 100% French.

Ingredients

  • 5 cl of Michellot Anisette Liqueur

  • 10 cl of premium tonic

  • 1 lemon zest

  • Ice

Preparation

  1. Pour the anisette liqueur into a glass filled with ice cubes.

  2. Top up with tonic.

  3. Add the lemon zest and stir lightly.

❄️ Result: a thirst-quenching, floral and balanced aperitif.

Secondary keywords: anisette tonic, anisette lemon cocktail, sparkling anisette

3. Mediterranean Mule with anisette 🌿

A Provençal version of the famous Moscow Mule.

Ingredients

  • 4 cl of Michellot Anisette Liqueur

  • 10 cl of craft ginger beer

  • 1 cl of lime juice

  • Fresh mint leaves

Preparation

  1. Pour the anisette and lime into a copper glass or tumbler.

  2. Add the ginger beer.

  3. Stir gently and garnish with mint leaves.

⚡ Result: a fresh, slightly spicy and floral cocktail, perfect to surprise your guests.

Secondary keywords: anisette mule, anisette mint cocktail, French anisette cocktail

4. Café Anisette ☕

A bold marriage of black coffee and the sweetness of anise.

Ingredients

  • 1 hot espresso

  • 2 cl of Michellot Anisette Liqueur

  • Option: whipped cream or orange zest

Preparation

  1. Pour the anisette liqueur into a hot cup.

  2. Add the coffee on top.

  3. Decorate with orange zest or a dash of whipped cream.

☕ Result: an aromatic digestif, both powerful and smooth.

Secondary keywords: anisette coffee, anisette digestif, anisette after-meal

5. Riviera Collins with anisette 🌸

A summery, floral and refreshing cocktail.

Ingredients

  • 4 cl of Michellot Anisette Liqueur

  • 2 cl of fresh lemon juice

  • 1 cl of cane sugar syrup

  • 10 cl of sparkling water

Preparation

  1. Combine the anisette, lemon juice and syrup in a shaker with ice cubes.

  2. Pour into a large glass and top up with sparkling water.

  3. Garnish with lemon zest.

🍹 Result: a light, lemony and floral cocktail, perfect for an aperitif on the terrace.

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Why use artisanal anisette?

Industrial anise liqueurs are often too sweet or artificial.
Michellot Anisette Liqueur offers:

  • 🌿 A natural taste of green anise and fennel,

  • ❌ No artificial coloring or flavoring,

  • 🍸 Better integration into cocktails thanks to its aromatic balance.

💡 Tip: Its low sugar profile makes it an ideal base for sparkling or tangy cocktails.

Bonus: our tips for making a successful anisette cocktail

  1. Use clear ice to avoid clouding the liqueur.

  2. Prefer neutral or floral tonics , without excess bitterness.

  3. Always add the anisette first , then the other ingredients.

  4. Serve in a clear glass to highlight the clear color of the cocktail.

🌸 Anisette pairs wonderfully with citrus fruits, fresh herbs, and bubbles.

Conclusion

Refreshing, aromatic and 100% French, these 5 anisette -based cocktails bring a historic liqueur back to life.
Whether it's the Spritz , the Tonic or the Café Anisette , each reveals a different side of this iconic drink.

🍃 Discover Michellot's Anisette Liqueur — a handcrafted and natural version, ideal for modern cocktails as well as traditional aperitifs.

💬 FAQ – Anisette cocktails

❓ Which anisette should I use for cocktails?

For balanced cocktails, choose a homemade anisette like that of De Michellot , less sweet and more aromatic than industrial versions.

❓ What are the best anisette cocktails?

The most popular are:

  • Anisette Spritz (with crémant),

  • The French Tonic ,

  • The Provençal Mule ,

  • The Anisette Café ,

  • And the Riviera Collins .

❓ Can you replace pastis with anisette in a cocktail?

Yes, but the result will be softer and more floral .
Anisette pairs best with citrus fruits and bubbles, while pastis is suitable for spicier recipes.

❓ What is the alcohol content of an anisette?

Between 25% and 35% vol. , depending on the brand.
De Michellot anisette offers a perfect balance between lightness and aromatic richness.

❓ What is the best season to drink anisette?

All year round!
In summer as a refreshing Spritz , in winter as an Anisette Coffee or digestive after a hearty meal.