Gentian liqueur

Suze, Salers, Avèze, Cascadia American Bitter, Bonal

Bitter gentian liqueur made from the root of the Alpine gentian flower was all the rage in the 18th and 19th century. Its hyper-bitter flavor encourages the production of saliva and digestive juices, aiding with digestion after a big meal.

Now this classic ingredient is seeing a comeback as a cocktail ingredient, where its bitter flavor is tempered and enhanced by spirits, sweeteners and juices.

Amaro
Bitter orange apéritif
Yellow herbal liqueur

Cocktails that use Gentian liqueur

Alaska
Gin, Yellow herbal liqueur,
Bring June Flowers
Cucumber, Vodka, Gentian liqueur...
Bruja Smash
Blanco tequila, Yellow herbal liqueur, Lemon...
Gargoyle & Spire
Gin, Yellow herbal liqueur, Simple syrup...
Insanely Good Gin & Tonic
Gin, Gentian liqueur, Lime cordial...
Kingston Soundsystem
Aged rum, Overproof light rum, Gentian liqueur...
Lazy Suze
Rye whiskey, Gentian liqueur, Grapefruit...
Negative Space
Gentian liqueur, Crème de cacao, Absinthe...
Nester’s Refresher
White Port, Gentian liqueur, Lemon...
Tiki-Tiki Tom-Tom
Dark rum, Aged rum, Scotch whisky liqueur...
White Negroni
Gin, Gentian liqueur, Dry vermouth...