LUXARDO ANISETTE LIQUEUR

LUXARDO ANISETTE LIQUEUR

Anisette is a clear, licorice flavored liqueur similar to absinthe or pastis, but flavored with aniseed instead of fennel, star anise, or other licorice-flavored herbs or spices. Typically, anisette is sweeter and lower proof than pastis - typically in the 30 to 40 proof range, though some producers make a dry version that is 50 to 70 proof. Like other anise flavored spirits, it louches in water. 

Like pastis, anisette came into being as a substitute for the banned absinthe. While it's made in many countries, anisette is associated with the Spanish-speaking world. Popular brands include Anis del Mono and Chinchon in Spain, Anis Najar in Peru, and Cartujo in Venezuela. 

some popular cocktails with Anisette:

• Smoked Anise — Vodka, Anisette, Whiskey, Star anise
• Corn Flower — Corn Whiskey, Maraschino Liqueur, Blue Curaçao, Anisette, Lemon juice
• Demolition — Pisco, Gin, Triple sec, Anisette, Lime juice, Lavender syrup
• Baltimore Bracer — Brandy, Anisette, Egg white, Soda water
• Cafe de Paris — Gin, Anisette, Egg white, Cream