Giffard Rhubarb Liqueur

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Giffard Rhubarb Liqueur is a French fruit liqueur made from both green and red rhubarb, delivering a lively blend of tartness and sweetness. At 20% ABV, it offers stewed rhubarb and fruit-jam character, vibrant acidity, and floral or candy-like aromas. Very mixable, it shines in cocktails but is also interesting enough to sip or drizzle over desserts. Key Specs & Production Details Specification Detail ABV / Proof 20% ABV (≈ 40 proof)  Volume 750 ml bottle.  Origin Produced by Giffard & Cie, in Angers, Loire Valley, France.  Base / Raw Materials Infusion (or maceration) of green & red rhubarb chunks in neutral beet-based alcohol.  Color / Appearance Slightly opaque brick-red / rusty-salmon / sunset pink hue.  Flavor & Tasting Profile Sensory Element Notes & Details Aroma / Nose Intense rhubarb aroma; fresh stalks; slight candy or strawberry undertones.  Palate / Taste Sweet rhubarb flavor with stewed notes; pronounced tartness and citric acidity; red berry marmalade style; balance between sweet and sour; some vegetal finish.  Finish / Aftertaste Tart stewed rhubarb lingers; some acidity remains; the sweetness doesn’t overstay; slight vegetal or stalky edge at the end.  Strengths & Ideal Usage What it does well: Brings a bright rhubarb character—both sweet and tart—that adds complexity to drinks. Very versatile: works nicely in fruity cocktails, spritzes, low-ABV drinks; also in dessert-style or brunch type cocktails. Eye-catching color and flavor make it useful for visual appeal as well as gustatory. Cocktail & Serve Suggestions Here are some mini-recipes and ideas for using Giffard Rhubarb Liqueur: Rhubarb Spritz  1.5 oz Giffard Rhubarb Liqueur + 3 oz Prosecco + splash of soda water; garnish with a rhubarb stalk or lemon twist. Rhubarb Gin Smash  1.5 oz gin + 0.75 oz rhubarb liqueur + 0.5 oz lemon juice + fresh mint; shake with ice and serve over crushed ice. Rhubarb Sour  1.5 oz Rhubarb Liqueur + 1 oz fresh lime (or lemon) juice + 0.5 oz simple syrup (if needed) + egg white (optional); dry shake, then shake with ice and strain. Rhubarb & Vodka Cocktail  2 oz vodka + 0.75 oz rhubarb liqueur + 0.5 oz elderflower liqueur + citrus soda; garnish with edible flower or fresh rhubarb. Dessert Pairing: drizzle over vanilla ice cream; pair with fruit tart, ricotta dessert, or shortcake; works well in flambé or in dessert sauces.

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