De Michellot, maison française de liqueurs traditionnelles

Genepi is a sweet, herbaceous liqueur, while absinthe is stronger and aniseed-flavored.

Yes, it is traditionally consumed after a meal for its digestive properties and refined taste.

It should be stored at room temperature, away from light. Once opened, it can be placed in the refrigerator.

Genepi, the famous Alpine plant used to produce the liqueur of the same name, is found primarily in the mountainous regions of France, particularly in Savoie, Haute-Savoie, Hautes-Alpes, and Isère. It can be purchased at local distilleries, delicatessens, some traditional pharmacies, and even on websites specializing in artisanal spirits.

At De Michellot, we offer a handcrafted génépi liqueur, made from génépi harvested in the French Alps, combined with plants such as angelica, tansy, and sage. Our génépi is distinguished by its finesse, floral notes, and aromatic richness, making it ideal as an aperitif or digestif.

Find our génépi liqueur on our online store, which delivers throughout France and Europe, or through our network of partner retailers.

Genepi and Chartreuse are two iconic liqueurs from the French mountains, but they differ in their origin, composition and taste.

Genepi is a liqueur made from different varieties of Artemisia, a rare alpine plant found in the Hautes-Alpes, Savoie, and Isère regions. Its artisanal recipe involves macerating the plant in alcohol, sometimes accompanied by other herbs such as tansy, sage, or angelica. The result is a sweet, floral liqueur with a lovely vegetal freshness. At De Michellot, our genepi liqueur is made from hand-picked plants for an authentic and balanced taste.

Chartreuse, on the other hand, is a complex liqueur developed by the monks of the Grande Chartreuse since the 18th century. It is composed of 130 secret botanicals and distilled using a unique method. There are two main variants: Green Chartreuse (55°) and Yellow Chartreuse (40°), with spicier, more powerful, and sweeter profiles than génépi.

👉 In summary:

Génépi: floral, sweet, artisanal alpine liqueur.
Chartreuse: complex, spicy, historic monastic liqueur.
For lovers of plant-based spirits, génépi offers a lighter and more accessible alternative to Chartreuse, while remaining deeply rooted in mountain tradition.

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