Bernard Barathier Elixir d'Herbes Liqueur
In the heart of the Piedmontese Alps lies the Barathier recipe, passed down from generation to generation since 1902. This herbal elixir is made with seven types of herbs, roots, spices, and flowers sourced from the local region, using the original recipe from over a century ago. The liqueur is made in small batches, with natural ingredients and without any flavorings or colorings. It is even listed as a Traditional Piedmontese Agri-Food Product.
Ingredients
Alpine spring water, European wheat alcohol, white cane sugar, herbs and flowers from the Cottian Alps, sugar caramel.
Tasting Notes
The Bernard Barathier Elixir d'Herbes Liqueur has a clear brown color and an intense scent of mountain flowers. On the palate, it is soft, with initial bitterness that is quickly followed by the aromatic strength of the flowers and herbs from the Piedmontese Alps. The low alcohol content makes for a caressing and velvety sensation on the palate.
Craftsmanship
The Bernard Barathier Elixir d'Herbes Liqueur is crafted in small quantities, using only natural ingredients. The seven types of alpine herbs, roots, and flowers are collected on the mountains where they grow spontaneously, and air-dried naturally. They are then infused in spring water and European wheat alcohol, without any flavorings or colorings, allowing the original scent and taste of the natural ingredients to shine through.
How to enjoy
The Bernard Barathier Elixir d'Herbes Liqueur is a versatile drink that can be enjoyed on its own as a digestive, or mixed in a variety of cocktails and aperitifs. Mixologists recommend combining it with tonic, ginger beer, or soda, or even in a hot punch during the winter months.
