Aperol Spritz Set (Aperol 1,0L + Cinzano Prosecco 0,75L) 11%

Aperol Bitter Aperitif 1.0L 11% A classic Italian aperitif After the famous Campari Bitter, Aperol is probably the best-known aperitif liqueur from Italy. This light bitter has a distinctive red-orange color and a fruity yet subtly bitter taste. The history of Aperol Aperol comes from the northern Italian city of Padua. The tradition of producing spirits there goes back to the century before last. One man who was part of this tradition was Giuseppe Barbieri. He founded his own liqueur company in Padua in 1880. Business was good and the company quickly developed into one of the most progressive companies of the time. It is therefore not surprising that his two sons Luigi and Silvio Barbieri also got into the business. When demand for aperitif liqueurs in Europe, particularly in France, rose sharply at the beginning of the 20th century, the brothers decided to develop their own bitter liqueur. They called their product Aperol and presented it for the first time in 1919 at an international trade fair. The Barbieri brothers' Aperol quickly caused a stir because, contrary to drinking habits at the time, it had a relatively low alcohol content of just 11% vol. In addition to the alcohol content, the unusual combination of ingredients was also something completely new at the time. In the production of Aperol, cinchona bark, rhubarb, gentian, bitter oranges and other aromatic herbs are macerated and the extract is carefully reduced to drinking strength with the purest water and then subtly sweetened. How do you drink Aperol? Aperol is the ideal aperitif, and not just because of its low alcohol content. Its stimulating taste also makes it the perfect drink before a meal. The international bar and restaurant crowd prefers to enjoy Aperol neat, on ice or with soda. Since the current Aperol Spritz wave, however, Aperol has also been used again for numerous mixed drinks. Its bitter-sweet taste components make it the ideal accompaniment to grapefruit, passion fruit and orange juice. The tart aromas of a tonic water also go perfectly with Aperol. A versatile and excellent liqueur! Finally, a small note: Since 2006, Aperol has been offered in Germany with 15% vol. due to the current deposit regulation (drinks with 15% vol. or more are considered deposit-free spirits). However, we are proud to be able to offer you the traditional version with 11% vol., which made Aperol world famous!

Byrrh Grand QuinQuina Aperitif – French Aperitif Tradition with Wine, Spices and Quinine Byrrh Grand QuinQuina is a traditional French wine-based aperitif with a distinctive combination of fruity, spicy and pleasantly bitter flavours. Its reddish colour, delicate wine and herbal aromas, and characteristic quinine bitterness give it a unique place among French aperitif wines. Bottled at 18% ABV, it can be enjoyed lightly chilled on its own, served with soda or used as an aromatic ingredient in classic and contemporary cocktails. The story of Byrrh dates back to 1866, when brothers Pallade and Simon Violet created a recipe combining dry wines, selected spices and cinchona bark. Their creation developed into one of France's best-known aperitifs and remains closely associated with its southern French origins. Today, Byrrh is also enjoying renewed interest as cocktail culture continues to rediscover traditional aperitif ingredients. The Story of Byrrh – An Idea Created by Two Brothers Pallade and Simon Violet originally worked as travelling textile merchants. Through their business, they recognised the growing demand for wine and aperitif drinks. In 1866, they developed their own recipe for Byrrh Grand QuinQuina, using dry wines – typically based on the Carignan grape – and enhancing them with a carefully selected combination of French and international spices. The ingredients include cocoa, coffee, kalumba, gentian, German chamomile, cinnamon and bitter orange peel. A particularly important component is cinchona bark, which gives the aperitif its characteristic quinquina style. Cinchona contains quinine, the bitter compound also responsible for the distinctive taste of tonic water. This ingredient helped set Byrrh apart from many other wine-based aperitifs of its time. From Pharmacy Shelves to a Famous French Aperitif In its early years, the Violet brothers also promoted Byrrh by referring to the health benefits then attributed to quinine. The drink was even officially declared to have health-promoting properties and was sold in pharmacies for a period. Today, this is an interesting part of the brand's history, but Byrrh should be enjoyed as an aperitif rather than regarded as a medicinal product. The drink became a major success and at one point rose to become France's best-selling aperitif. Exports to the United States were also successful initially. However, Prohibition in America and the Second World War in Europe caused sales to decline considerably. In later years, Byrrh faced increasing competition from other French aperitif wines, including Banyuls, Muscat de Frontignan and Rivesaltes. Traditional Production in Southern France Since 1977, Byrrh has been part of the international spirits group Pernod Ricard. Production remains closely linked to its historic home in Thuir, near Perpignan, where the tradition of the brand continues. Its combination of wine, spices, herbs and cinchona bark creates a distinctive expression of southern French aperitif culture. In recent years, Byrrh has regained attention alongside the worldwide revival of cocktail culture. Bartenders value its complex balance of fruitiness, spice and bitterness, which can add depth and character to a wide range of drinks. Aroma and Taste – Fruity Sweetness with a Distinctive Bitter Edge In the glass, Byrrh Grand QuinQuina displays an attractive reddish colour. The nose reveals delicate wine aromas harmonising with fragrant herbs and spices. On the palate, an inviting sweetness develops with notes of cocoa, coffee and dried fruit. These flavours are accompanied by a pronounced yet pleasant bitterness, shaped by the cinchona bark and its quinine content. The finish maintains this characteristic interplay of flavours. Sweet fruit and spice notes are balanced by a lingering bitter edge, creating a profile that is at once rounded, aromatic and pleasantly dry. This distinctive combination sets Byrrh apart from many other wine-based aperitifs. Serving Suggestions – Neat, with Soda or in Cocktails Byrrh Grand QuinQuina can be enjoyed lightly chilled on its own as an aperitif. For a refreshing alternative, serve it over ice with soda water, allowing its fruity and spicy character to meet a lively sparkle. It is also a versatile cocktail ingredient: its wine-based character, herbal complexity and quinine bitterness bring an interesting dimension to both classic and contemporary drinks. With its fascinating history, distinctive recipe and balanced combination of sweetness and bitterness, Byrrh Grand QuinQuina is a versatile French aperitif. It brings together the wine-making traditions of southern France and an aromatic blend of spices, making it an appealing choice for lovers of traditional aperitifs and creative cocktail enthusiasts alike.

Dolin Vermouth Rouge 0.75L 16% The Dolin house was founded in 1821 by Joseph Chavasse in Echeles en Savoie and as a liquor distiller he was involved in extracting aromas from fruits and plants. A few years later he moved to Chambery where his company began to marry local wines from Savoie/Chambery with the countless herbs of the nearby mountain region.The Dolin brand goes back to Ferdinand Dolin, who married a descendant of the founder. Dolin vermouth is drier and more characterful than the Italian style developed in Turin and has a natural freshness paired with the purity of natural mountain herbs.Dolin Vermouth Rouge has the best price/performance ratio away from the big players in the global vermouth business. Top recommendation!