B&B (Bénédictine & Brandy) Liqueur

B&B is a pre-mixed herbal-cognac liqueur, blending 60% Bénédictine D.O.M. with 40% fine French brandy and resting in oak. Born in the 1930s at New York's 21 Club during Prohibition, it was officially recreated by Bénédictine in 1937. The blend is aged for several months in French oak vats to harmonise and soften the flavours. It is drier and more refined than straight Bénédictine, with soft woody undertones, honey sweetness, nutmeg, cinnamon, gingerbread spice and a touch of roasted coffee. Traditionally enjoyed neat or on ice as a digestif, it also works in coffee, frappé or herbal cocktails. The nose carries light herbal and spicy notes, dried fruit, honey, black tea, tobacco, mint, cardamom and a hint of citrus. The finish is smooth, satiny and mildly spicy, with cognac warmth and herbal depth.