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Menthe Pastille (Mint)

Menthe Pastille (Mint)

Menthe Pastille Mint Giffard
  • Giffard’s flagship product developed by Èmile Giffard in 1885 when he was a pharmacist, to refresh his customers while simultaneously aiding in digestion
  • Made from a steam distillation of fresh, Mitcham peppermint leaves that are cultivated in nearby fields and lightly sweetened with natural beet sugar,
  • The nose is bursting with invigorating peppermint aromas and tastes of crisp, clean mint with a hint of vanilla and cacao, with a brisk, dry finish
  • 24% ABV

The premier commercial liqueur from the house of Giffard, Menthe Pastille is perfect as an after-dinner palate refresher or mixed into the indispensable Stinger or Grasshopper cocktails.

Info

Vintage:
NV
Country:
France
Region:
Loire
Spirit Type:
Liqueur
Spirit Sub Type:
Botanical / Floral / Herbal / Root / Spiced

Sizes Available

1L FR-XGB-12-NVL 12/1000ml

Tasting Notes

Giffard’s flagship product, Menthe Pastille, is a pure, clear, and refined white mint liqueur developed by Èmile Giffard in 1885 when he was a pharmacist, to refresh his customers in the summer heat of Angers while simultaneously aiding in digestion, one of the properties mint is famous for. Made from a steam distillation of fresh, Mitcham peppermint leaves that are cultivated in nearby fields and lightly sweetened with natural beet sugar, this classic liqueur has an invigorating peppermint aroma and tastes of crisp, clean mint. There is a hint of sweetness that leads to a brisk, dry finish. Menthe Pastille is perfect as an after-dinner palate refresher or mixed into the indispensable Stinger or Grasshopper cocktails. 24% ABV.