Raw materials
gentian roots (Gentiana lutea)
neutral spirit
aromatic plant extracts
sugar
Brand
Suze
Explore the spirits, production style and story of Suze.
Suze is a classic French aperitif made from gentian roots, known for its golden-yellow color and bitter taste. Created in 1889, it is now part of the Pernod Ricard portfolio and is used both as an aperitif and in mixology.
gentian liqueurs
French aperitifs
cocktail bitters
herbal liqueurs
Producer range
Producer range Suze
Spirit categories
gentian liqueurs
French aperitifs
cocktail bitters
herbal liqueurs
Representative products
Suze L'Originale (15% ABV)
Racines de Suze (36% ABV)
Suze Tonic
Suze Tonic Zero
Suze Bitters (linea per bartender)
Distillation and production
Distillation and production
Production method
According to official and technical sources, production is based on maceration of gentian roots and the use of aromatic plant extracts; the preparations are then blended according to the brand's traditional recipe. Some technical descriptions also mention phases of distillation of the maceration in related preparations.
Distillation
Maceration of gentian roots and blending with aromatic extracts; in some technical descriptions the maceration may be followed by distillation of the mixture.
Producer history Suze
Suze was created in 1889 by Fernand Moreau, heir to a family distillery: the aperitif was developed from gentian roots and quickly became famous. In 1896 the iconic bottle was designed, and in 1900 the product received the gold medal at the Paris Universal Exposition. Over the 20th century the brand changed ownership and is today owned by the Pernod Ricard group (acquired 1965). The bottle and brand have also inspired works of art, including a 1912 collage by Pablo Picasso.
Production philosophy
Suze highlights the tradition of French gentian combined with a secret aromatic bouquet, focusing on an unconventional personality and versatility in cocktails and aperitifs. The brand emphasizes the mountainous origin of the raw material (gentian roots) and its long history as part of French aperitif culture.
Territory
France; historic production linked to the Rousseau distillery in Maisons-Alfort, with gentian roots harvested in the French mountains.
Awards and recognitions
Gold medal — Paris Universal Exposition (1900).
Suze
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