Dubonnet

Dubonnet l'Aperitif 100cl

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Format: 100 cl

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Technical information
Producer Dubonnet
Type Wine-based aperitif
Aromatic profile Bitter, herbaceous, spicy, sweet
Ingredients Wine, aromatic herbs, spices, sugar, quinine
Format 100 cl
Gradation 14.8%
Color Ruby red
Consumption Serve chilled, with ice or mixed
Dubonnet L'Aperitif 1 Lt is an icon among French aperitifs, beloved for its rich history and distinctive flavor. Created in 1846 by Joseph Dubonnet as a way to make quinine enjoyable for French soldiers in North Africa, Dubonnet is a blend of finely selected wines, herbs, spices, and quinine.

The color is a deep amber red with golden reflections, while the bouquet opens with aromatic notes of citrus and spices, delicately integrating hints of mandarin, nutmeg, and a touch of cloves. The tasting reveals a consistent and velvety texture that envelops the palate, offering a harmonious balance between the sweetness of the wine and the bitterness of the quinine.

Dubonnet stands out for its versatility. Excellent served cold as an aperitif, it can also be experimented with in a variety of classic cocktails such as the famous "Queen Elizabeth" where it is mixed with gin. A modern approach could see Dubonnet used in contemporary cocktails requiring a complex and aromatic profile.

With every sip of Dubonnet, one appreciates not just a superior quality aperitif but also participates in a living piece of French culinary tradition. It is an excellent option for those looking to add a touch of history and sophistication to their drink selection.
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Discover the spirits, production style and story of Dubonnet.

Dubonnet is a wine-based aperitif (quinquina) created in 1846; it is characterized by a wine base flavored with cinchona bark, herbs, spices and cane sugar. It is produced on an international scale (historical production in France, with bottlings also in the USA).
wine-based aperitifs aromatic liqueurs historic French aperitifs
Country France; United States (bottled under licence)
Region Pyrénées-Orientales / Roussillon (France); Kentucky (USA, bottling)
Founded 1846

Ageing

Extended maturation in oak barrels for the French version according to official group information.

Raw materials

wine (e.g. Roussillon grapes, Muscat of Alexandria) cinchona bark (quinine) cane sugar

Representative products

Dubonnet l'Aperitif (Dubonnet Rouge) Dubonnet l'Aperitif 100cl

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