Painted illustration of a bottle of Salers Gentiane

Light & Refreshing light, citrusy aperitivo

Salers Gentiane

French gentian aperitif from Auvergne

Historical Context

Traditional French gentian from volcanic Auvergne region

What Does Salers Gentiane Taste Like?

Clean and intensely gentian, with an earthy, rooty bitterness lifted by a dry, citric edge. Pale and uncolored, it is bracingly bitter — a touch drier and more austere than Suze.

Recipes with Salers Gentiane

Use Salers Gentiane as a Substitute

In place of Leopold Bros Three Pins
In place of Avèze
In place of Braulio
In place of Angeleno Amaro

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FAQ

What is Salers made of?

Salers is a French gentian aperitif made from the macerated and distilled root of wild yellow gentian, with no added coloring. It bottles at 16% ABV and pours pale gold. It has been produced in the volcanic Auvergne region since 1885.

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