Prince Pastis de Marseille (45%)

Prince Pastis de Marseille is an aniseed liqueur from Provence in the Pastis de Marseille style, bottled at 45% ABV. This style has a higher concentration of anethole, which gives a more pronounced anise character. Pastis is traditionally flavoured with star anise, liquorice root, fennel and other local spices. It is usually served diluted with chilled water, around one part pastis to five of water, which turns it cloudy. It can also be used to flavour pastries, sauces and marinades. The nose is warm liquorice, star anise and bright herbal hints. The palate is smooth and full-bodied, opening with anise and liquorice before softening into sweetness, and the finish carries lingering spice.