What is génépi made from?

artemesia
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.

What percentage is génépi?

Génépi Liqueur – Dolin 40% is also available in After-dinner liqueurs.

Is génépi a juniper?

Etymology. The word génépi is similar to other European words such as giniepro (Italian), juniper (English), jenever (Dutch), and genièvre (French), from the Latin iuni-pero meaning “evergreen.” It is also associated with the Savoy region.

How strong is génépi?

‘Génépi des Alpes’ has an alcoholic strength by volume greater than or equal to 30 %. Wormwood is harvested and cultivated and the liqueur produced and packaged in the following regions: – France: departments of Alpes de Haute-Provence, Hautes-Alpes, Alpes Maritimes, Isère, Savoie and Haute-Savoie.

How do you store génépi?

Storage advice: like all liqueurs, génépi is best stored in a cool, dry place away from light.

Is Chartreuse a génépi?

“Génépi” is a generic term used by the inhabitants of the French Alps to describe several kinds of aromatic plants native to the region. This Chartreuse liqueur is full of fragrant alpine plant aromas.

Is Gin a génépy?

Our Gin tells the embrace between the international tradition of gin and the local tradition of Genepy liqueur. An alpine interpretation of a historic drink. It is a cold compound gin, obtained by a mix of different botanicals among which, besides the unavoidable juniper, the genepy stands out.

Is gin a génépy?

How do you use génépy?

Instructions: In a cocktail shaker with ice, combine 2 ounces of cognac (we’re partial to Courvoisier VSOP), 1 ounce of génépy, and 1 ounce of fresh lemon juice. Shake all that up until very well-chilled, then strain into a chilled cocktail glass. Garnish with a very thin lemon wheel.

Do cream liqueurs need to be refrigerated?

It is recommended that cream liqueurs be stored in a cool place, but refrigeration is not necessary. Manufacturers of cream liqueurs point to the effective preservative qualities of alcohol as the reason that refrigeration is not required.

What goes with génépi?

The taste of this liqueur is without bitterness, nor astringency and reveals notes of flowers and pollen with a fresh and floral nose. As a result, it goes perfectly with citrus syrups and alcohols (lemon, orange …). Its fresh and authentic taste also allows it to make excellent cocktails with whiskey.

What is ABV in gin?

In the European Union, the minimum strength of gin is 37.5% ABV. In the USA, it’s 40.0% ABV. The ABV of Sing Gin is 40%. Along with alcohol, Sing Gin is made from grapes for a silky smooth texture and taste, as well as a blend of seven hand crushed gin botanicals.