How do you drink mint liqueur? Neat, iced, or in a cocktail?

Introduction

Refreshing and fragrant, mint liqueur is a staple of French aperitifs and digestifs.
Often associated with industrial brands like Get 27 or Get 31 , it now regains all its nobility through artisanal versions like Michellot Mint Liqueur — natural, floral and distilled from real mint leaves.

But how do you enjoy it? Should you drink it neat, iced, or in a cocktail?
Here are all the ways to enjoy mint liqueur depending on the occasion.

Drinking pure mint liqueur: the classic tasting

Ideal temperature

Mint liqueur is traditionally drunk very cold , between 4°C and 8°C .
Place the bottle in the refrigerator or freezer before serving to obtain a slightly syrupy texture and intense freshness.

❄️ Colder than most digestifs, mint is best enjoyed iced to amplify its liveliness.

Glass type

Serve it in a small tulip or digestif glass , without ice, so as not to dilute its aromas.

🌿 On the palate: minty freshness, balanced sweetness, vegetal and slightly sweet finish.

As a digestif: mint, a great classic after a meal

Thanks to its natural digestive properties, mint liqueur is ideal at the end of a meal .
It provides a feeling of freshness and lightness, while promoting digestion.

💚 Michellot's Mint Liqueur , lightly sweetened and hand-distilled, features peppermint, spearmint and eucalyptus for a pure and natural experience.

Service idea

Serve 4 cl of well-iced mint liqueur after dessert, in a small clear glass.

As an aperitif: mint from a refreshing angle

Although mint is often considered a digestif, it is ideal for light, summery aperitifs .

As a long aperitif

  • 4 cl of Michellot Mint Liqueur

  • 8 cl of sparkling water

  • Ice

  • Mint leaf or lemon zest

🍸 A fresh, low-sugar aperitif, perfect for summer.

In a cocktail

Its aromatic profile pairs wonderfully with citrus fruits, ginger beer, tonic or even coffee.

Three original cocktails based on mint liqueur

🍹 1. Mint Mule

❄️ A revisited Moscow Mule, floral and minty.

🍸 2. Mint Spritz

  • 4 cl of Michellot Mint Liqueur

  • 6 cl of brut crémant

  • 4 cl of sparkling water

  • Lemon slice

💫 A sparkling and vegetal aperitif, ideal for summer.

☕ 3. Mint Coffee

  • 1 hot espresso

  • 2 cl of Michellot Mint Liqueur

☕ An elegant digestif, combining the warmth of coffee and the freshness of mint.

Food and mint liqueur pairings

Mint liqueur goes wonderfully with:

  • 🍫 Dark chocolate (ganache, soft, melting).

  • 🍓 Red fruits (raspberries, strawberries).

  • 🍨 Frozen desserts (sorbets, vanilla or lemon ice cream).

💡 Dessert idea: a homemade “After Eight” with chocolate cream and mint coulis from Michellot.

Why choose Michellot Mint Liqueur?

Michellot's Mint Liqueur stands out from industrial versions due to its artisanal distillation and natural composition .

Handcrafted composition

  • 🌱 Peppermint, spearmint and eucalyptus

  • 💧 French grain alcohol

  • ❌ No artificial colors or flavors

🍃 A pure, balanced and elegant taste - the natural French alternative to Get 27.

Conclusion

Mint liqueur is much more than a simple digestif: it is a versatile, invigorating and refined liqueur.
Served neat, iced or in a cocktail, it brings a touch of freshness to every moment.

💚 Rediscover mint in its most beautiful expression with Michellot Mint Liqueur — a handcrafted, floral and 100% French creation.

FAQ – How do you drink mint liqueur?

❓ Should you drink mint liqueur iced?

Yes ✅
Serve it between 4°C and 8°C , to reveal all its natural freshness.

❓ Is mint liqueur an aperitif or a digestif?

Traditionally a digestive , it can also be served as a long aperitif or in a cocktail .

❓ How to dilute mint liqueur?

Mix 4 cl of mint with 8 cl of sparkling water or tonic, add ice cubes and a lemon zest.

❓ What cocktails can be made with mint liqueur?

  • Mint Mule (ginger beer and lime),

  • Mint Spritz (sparkling wine and sparkling water),

  • Mint Coffee (hot espresso).

❓ What is the difference between Michellot Mint Liqueur and Get 27?

Get 27 is industrial, colorful and sweet.
Michellot Mint Liqueur is artisanal, transparent, natural and distilled , with a purer and more elegant taste.