La Gauloise Verte French Liqueur 70 cl 48%

In Limoges, the Distillerie du Centre has been distilling since 1789. One recipe vanished into obscurity for decades, until it resurfaced in a book of magic formulas and recipes for talismans and potions – and the alchemist Edouard Requier revived it.

Expert's Description

La Gauloise Verte is a French herbal liqueur at 48% ABV, a vivid green herbal liqueur made at the Distillerie du Centre in Limoges, founded in 1789.

The recipe is old and shrouded in mystery. After being lost to obscurity for a long time, it resurfaced in a book of magic formulas and recipes for talismans and potions, and the liqueur was revived thanks to the alchemist Edouard Requier. Today the master liquorist blends angelica, St. John's wort, saffron, cardamom and genepi in a double distillation over an open wood fire.

Taste

The nose is intense and herbal with notes of aromatic herbs and a touch of saffron, while the palate is powerful and complex with bittersweet herbal notes and a warm, lingering spiced fullness. The finish is long and herbal.

Specifications

Name: La Gauloise Verte
Distillery: Distillerie du Centre
Region/Country: Limoges, France
Type: French Herbal Liqueur
Main Ingredients/Flavorings: Angelica, St. John's wort, saffron, cardamom, genepi
ABV: 48%
Size: 70 CL
EAN No.: 3770002611197
Production Method: Double distillation over an open wood fire
Serving Suggestion: Serve chilled as an aperitif, neat or over ice cubes

Taste Profile

Powerful · Herbal · Spiced · Bittersweet

Did You Know?

La Gauloise won a Gold Medal at the Paris World Exhibition in 1889 and was declared "Hors Concours" at the 1900 exhibition – an honour still highlighted in the house's history.

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Frequently Asked Questions about La Gauloise Verte

What does La Gauloise Verte taste like?

It is powerful and herbal with bittersweet notes and a warm, lingering spiced fullness.

Why is La Gauloise Verte green?

The colour comes from the herbs the liqueur is made from, including angelica, St. John's wort and genepi. If you like the style, also check out our range of Chartreuse.

What is the story behind La Gauloise Verte?

The recipe was lost to obscurity until it was rediscovered in an old book of magic formulas and revived by the alchemist Edouard Requier.

How is La Gauloise Verte best served?

Chilled as an aperitif, neat or over ice cubes, ideally before a meal.

Where is La Gauloise Verte made?

It is made by Distillerie du Centre in Limoges, France, which has been distilling since 1789.