LILLET BLANC
SKU: 740447
Lillet Blanc is a renowned French aromatized wine-based aperitif with the following characteristics:
- Country of Origin: France (specifically Podensac, south of Bordeaux).
- Alcohol Volume (ABV): 17%.
- Sugar Content: Approximately 84–91 g/L, considered a sweet to very sweet aperitif.
- Description: A blend of Bordeaux region white wines (Sémillon and Sauvignon Blanc) and macerated fruit liqueurs (citrus peels), aged in oak vats.
Pairing Recommendations & Serving Suggestions
Lillet Blanc is versatile, offering a crisp, citrusy, and slightly herbal profile that works well before meals or in cocktails.
- Best Served: Well-chilled, often on ice with an orange slice, lemon peel, or a sprig of fresh mint.
- Food Pairings: Pairs exceptionally well with seafood (oysters, shrimp), charcuterie boards, creamy cheeses like brie, goat cheese, grilled asparagus, and light, fruity desserts.
- Cocktail Pairings:
- Lillet Tonic: 1 part Lillet Blanc, 2 parts tonic water, garnished with cucumber, strawberry, or mint.
- Vesper Martini: Lillet Blanc, gin, and vodka (as in James Bond's original).
- Spritz: Mixed with sparkling wine (like Crémant or Champagne) and a splash of soda.
- Corpse Reviver #2: A classic cocktail using gin, Lillet Blanc, orange liqueur, and lemon juice.
C$22.53Price
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