Get 27: History, Taste and French Artisan Alternative

Introduction

A symbol of freshness and conviviality, Get 27 is a cult liqueur in France.
Known for its green color and intense mint flavor, it has influenced generations of digestif and cocktail lovers.
But if Get 27 evokes history and tradition, today, a new generation of artisanal liqueurs like Liqueur de Menthe De Michellot offers a more natural, refined and local alternative.

The History of Get 27

Get 27 is a French liqueur born in Saint-Barthélemy-d'Anjou (near Angers) in 1796 .
Originally, GET Frères produced various liqueurs, but it was their peppermint- based recipe that would become iconic.

The name “Get 27” appeared in the 1960s, in reference to its alcohol content (27% vol.) .
Its stronger version, the Get 31 , follows shortly after.

🌿 With its fluorescent green hue and icy freshness, Get 27 became a classic of the 70s and 80s, often enjoyed neat, iced or in cocktails.

Composition and taste of Get 27

Get 27 is a peppermint liqueur , made with alcohol, sugar, water and natural and artificial flavors.

Aromatic profile

Appearance Description
Nose Intense and sweet peppermint.
Mouth Immediate freshness, sweet, slightly syrupy.
Final Soft and persistent, minty and sweet.

🍃 The Get 27 focuses on power and freshness, but its sweet profile may seem artificial to some modern palates.

Natural alternative: Michellot Mint Liqueur

For lovers of authentic mint , Michellot Mint Liqueur embodies a more natural and elegant version of Get 27.

Handcrafted composition

  • 🌿 Peppermint and spearmint , slowly distilled.

  • 🌬️ Eucalyptus , for a fresh and balsamic touch.

  • 💧 French grain alcohol .

  • ❌ No artificial colors or flavors .

Result: a clear, lighter, floral and balanced liqueur.

Michellot's Taste Profile

  • Nose : natural, subtle and pure mint.

  • Palate : fresh but sweet, without excess sugar.

  • Finish : elegant, floral, slightly camphoric.

🌿 A perfect alternative for those looking for a more refined, artisanal and French Get 27.

How to drink Michellot Mint Liqueur?

As a digestive

Served neat and iced , it offers a refreshing sensation without heaviness.

In a cocktail

Michellot Mint Liqueur enhances many classics:

🍸 French Mojito

  • 5 cl of Michellot Mint Liqueur

  • ½ lime

  • 2 tsp cane sugar

  • sparkling water

🌱 An elegant, rum-free version of the classic Mojito.

🍹 Mint Mule

  • 5 cl of Michellot Mint Liqueur

  • 10 cl of ginger beer

  • 1 cl of lime juice

  • Ice cubes and fresh mint

❄️ A revisited Moscow Mule, floral and refreshing.

☕ Mint Coffee

  • 1 hot espresso

  • 2 cl of Michellot Mint Liqueur

☕ A surprising and balanced digestif.

Get 27 vs Michellot Mint Liqueur

Criteria Get 27 Michellot Mint Liqueur
Origin Industrial (Pernod Ricard) Artisanal (France)
Sugar content High Moderate
Aromas Artificial peppermint Distilled natural mint
Color Green Transparent
Alcohol content 27% vol. 25% vol.
Use Sweet digestive Cocktail or pure tasting

💡 On the palate, the difference is immediate: De Michellot favors aromatic purity and naturalness of taste , far from the sugar and coloring of Get 27.

Iconic cocktails made with Get 27 (or De Michellot)

1. Get Fizz

  • 4 cl of Get 27 or Michellot Mint Liqueur

  • 10 cl of sparkling water

  • 1 lemon slice

A simple, fresh and sparkling version.

2. After Eight Cocktail

  • 3 cl of Michellot Mint Liqueur

  • 3 cl of cocoa cream

  • 2 cl of liquid cream

For lovers of liquid and refined desserts.

Why choose a homemade alternative to Get 27?

  • 🌿 Less sweet, more natural : Michellot Mint Liqueur highlights the plant, not the sugar.

  • 🍸 More versatile : ideal as an aperitif, digestif or cocktail.

  • 🇫🇷 Made in France : distilled at the Distillerie de Lyon.

  • ♻️ Commitment to craftsmanship and sustainability .

Mint regains its nobility here, far from industrial codes.

Conclusion

The Get 27 remains a legend among French aperitifs, but Michellot's Mint Liqueur opens a new path: that of naturalness, artisanal know-how and the right taste.

🌱 Rediscover mint in its purest form: elegant, fresh and French.

FAQ – Get 27: Frequently Asked Questions

❓ What is the composition of Get 27?

Get 27 contains alcohol, sugar, natural and artificial peppermint flavors, and green colors.

❓ What is the difference between Get 27 and Get 31?

Get 27 has a 27% ABV and offers a milder flavor, while the stronger Get 31 (31% ABV) is more lively and minty.

❓ What is the homemade alternative to Get 27?

Michellot Mint Liqueur is a natural, colorant-free, hand-distilled alternative with a pure, balanced mint flavor.

❓ What to drink Get 27 with?

Neat over ice, or in a cocktail with tonic, lime or ginger ale.
Michellot's Mint Mule is a great modern alternative.

❓ Does Get 27 contain colorants?

Yes. Its iconic green color comes from artificial colorings.
The De Michellot version is transparent and 100% natural.