Light & Refreshing light, citrusy aperitivo
Byrrh Grand Quinquina
French quinquina aperitif on a mistelle wine base, gently bitter
Historical Context
Created by the Violet brothers in Thuir, southern France, in 1866
What Does Byrrh Grand Quinquina Taste Like?
Wine-rich and gently bitter, with red-fruit sweetness, bitter orange, and a cocoa note from oak aging. The quinine bark adds a dry edge to a soft, port-like body.
Recipes with Byrrh Grand Quinquina
Use Byrrh Grand Quinquina as a Substitute
- In place of Campari
- In place of St. George Bruto Americano
FAQ
What is Byrrh made of?
Byrrh is a wine-based aperitif fortified and flavored with quinine-rich cinchona bark (quinquina) and other botanicals, then aged in oak. It bottles at 17% ABV. The Violet brothers created it in Thuir, in the French Pyrénées, in 1866.
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