Giffard Blue Curaçao (75cl, 25%)

A French blue curaçao liqueur from Angers in the Loire Valley, bottled at 25% ABV in a 750 ml bottle. It is made using bitter orange peel, following the traditional curaçao profile of dried citrus-peel distillation. Maison Giffard was founded in 1885 by Emile Giffard and is now operated by the fourth generation of the family. The liqueur carries the vivid blue colour associated with the category. The aroma is bright bitter orange peel, with candied citrus zest and a faint floral undertone. The palate opens with zesty orange oil and bittersweet citrus, then balanced sweetness with a gentle herbal quality. The finish is medium length, with lingering dried orange zest and a clean, slightly bitter close.