How to drink anisette liqueur? Tips, temperature, and cocktails

Introduction

A symbol of the south of France, anisette is a sweet and fragrant liqueur made from green anise , fennel and sometimes licorice .
More subtle and less strong than pastis, it seduces with its fresh, floral and slightly sweet taste .
But how do you enjoy it properly? Should you drink it neat, with water, or in a cocktail?

🌿 Discover how to enjoy Michellot Anisette Liqueur , an artisanal and natural version of this great Mediterranean classic.

Drinking anisette straight: the traditional way

Ideal temperature

Anisette liqueur is best enjoyed very cold , between 6°C and 10°C .
Place the bottle in the refrigerator before serving.
Serve it without ice in a small glass, so as not to dilute the aromas.

❄️ A very fresh anisette reveals its full bouquet of anise, star anise and licorice.

Glass type

Use a small tulip-shaped digestive or aperitif glass to concentrate the aromas while preserving freshness.

💫 On the palate: aniseed sweetness, vegetal freshness and a light finish.

Anisette liqueur: aperitif or digestif?

Anisette can be drunk as an aperitif or a digestif , depending on the preparation.

As an aperitif

Served pure and fresh , it whets the appetite with its aniseed freshness.
You can also add sparkling water for a thirst-quenching aperitif.

🍸 Ideal for summer, on a terrace, with ice cubes and a lemon zest.

As a digestive

Its sweetness and roundness make it an excellent natural digestif , to be served pure after a meal.

🌿 Michellot's Anisette Liqueur , less sweet and without artificial flavors, is perfect for this moment.

How to dilute anisette liqueur?

For a lighter drink, try:

  • 4 cl of Michellot Anisette Liqueur

  • 8 cl of sparkling water

  • Some ice cubes

  • Lemon zest or mint leaf

🌞 A fresh, thirst-quenching and floral aperitif, typically Mediterranean.

Three cocktails based on anisette liqueur

🍋 1. Anisette Spritz

✨ A Provençal version of the spritz, fresh and elegant.

🍸 2. French Tonic with Anisette

  • 5 cl of Michellot Anisette Liqueur

  • 10 cl of tonic

  • 1 lemon zest

💫 A simple and aromatic cocktail, perfect as an aperitif.

🌿 3. Café Anisette

  • 1 hot espresso

  • 2 cl of Michellot Anisette Liqueur

☕ A surprising and balanced digestif, between sweetness and character.

Food and anisette pairings

Anisette liqueur goes perfectly with:

  • 🐟 Grilled seafood and fish , for a Mediterranean combination.

  • 🍋 Lemon desserts (lemon tart, rum baba).

  • 🍫 Sweet treats like almonds or oriental pastries.

🍽️ It can also flavor a sorbet, a granita or an aniseed sauce .

Why choose Michellot Anisette Liqueur?

Michellot's Anisette Liqueur embodies French elegance and simplicity.
It is made according to an artisanal recipe , with a perfect balance between green anise, liquorice, fennel and star anise.

Natural composition

  • 🌿 Green anise seeds and fennel

  • 🍬 Light touch of licorice and star anise

  • 💧 French grain alcohol

  • ❌ No artificial colors or flavors

💫 Result: a more floral, less sweet anisette, with great aromatic finesse.

Conclusion

Anisette is a timeless liqueur, refreshing, sweet and refined .
Whether served neat, long or in a cocktail, it embodies Mediterranean charm and French conviviality.

🌿 Rediscover this great classic with Michellot Anisette Liqueur — a handmade, natural and elegant version.

FAQ – How do you drink anisette liqueur?

❓ Should you drink anisette straight or diluted?

Both are possible!

  • Pure : fresh, floral and fragrant.

  • Longer : with sparkling water or tonic for a thirst-quenching aperitif.

❓ At what temperature should anisette liqueur be drunk?

Between 6°C and 10°C , very cold, without ice, to preserve its aromas.

❓ Is anisette an aperitif or a digestif?

Both ✅
Traditionally served as an aperitif , it is also perfect as a light and floral digestif .

❓ What is the difference between anisette and pastis?

Anisette is sweeter and less alcoholic , without liquorice or bitterness.
Pastis is spicier, drier and stronger in the mouth.

❓ What is the best artisanal anisette?

Michellot's Anisette Liqueur , produced without artificial flavors or colorings, is distinguished by its balance, purity and aromatic finesse.