What is Benedictine liqueur?
Though the recipe is closely guarded, known ingredients include angelica root, hyssop, juniper, myrrh, saffron, mace, fir cones, aloe, arnica, lemon balm, tea, thyme, coriander, clove, lemon, vanilla, orange peel, honey, red berries, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
What does génépy taste like?
Like many European herbal liqueurs, especially those used as digestifs, the flavor of génépi can be an acquired taste. It is less sweet than many digestifs, and the flavor imparted by the herbs is reminiscent of chamomile or feverfew. It is naturally light olive to pale gold in color.
What is génépi made of?
Génépi is produced by steeping the aromatic wormwood flower heads in a strong clear alcohol such as vodka or a pure grain alcohol with the addition of sugar to create the liqueur.
Is Gin a génépi?
It is a cold compound gin, obtained by a mix of different botanicals among which, besides the unavoidable juniper, the genepy stands out.
How do you drink a genepy?
In the Alpine regions, génépi/génépy/genepi is made by infusing the flowers of local species of artemesia into alcohol and adding sugar. Serve this liqueur chilled and neat or over ice or mixed with a good dry vermouth.
Is Chartreuse a génépy?
“It’s a flower grown in the Alps, like chamomile.” Rustin discovered genepy by way of Chartreuse, and if you like Chartreuse, he affirms, you’ll definitely like genepy—both also known as, in Dawn terms, “those secret monk elixirs.”
Where is génépy?
While comprised of a multitude of alpine herbs, the most prominent is Génépy, a petite variety of artemesia (often translated into English as “mountain sage”) found principally in the high mountains of the Savoy. Its bright herbal and fresh flavors have long been associated with the mountain air and adventure.
What is heirloom genepy?
Heirloom Genepy gathers inspiration from a variety of Artemitis plants, and bridges the gap between robust varieties and more subtle variations of genepy. This modern Genepy was formulated with bright alpine botanicals, mellowed with honey, and produced with the Sunflower, a distinctly North American botanical.
