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In 2009 Alexander Hauck and Stephan Berg from The Bitter Truth have added a liqueur bitters to their constantly expanding portfolio of spirits. According to its producers, TBT Elixier has its roots in the tradition of alpine digestive bitters, though it also serves as a vermouth substitute in cocktails.
Elixier is produced and bottled by Maison Dolin in Chambery, which some readers will know as one of the few independent producers of vermouth. In making Elixier, it seems apparent that Dolin was inspired by its tradition as a producer of Genepi, a herbal liqueur typical of the region – the aromatic herbal depth and piquant bitter note are evidence of this.
Ratings
"In the glass it gives forth mint, a hint of woodruff, with nuances of rosemary and dried flowers. Elixier feels wonderfully full in the mouth, and it is creamy and extremely soft. Test drinks with a mild tonic water exhibited a pleasantly harmonious taste and it also makes for a fantastic aperitif with Champagne. In a Negroni it proved a true alternative to vermouth, not only for fans of herbal bitters. It is good value for money, and is packaged with a classy label design. Conclusion: a liqueur for connoisseurs."
Volker Seibert (Capri Lounge, Cologne)
"In the long tradition of mixing vermouth and amaro, Elixier exhibits a noticeable sweetness. The contrast with Alpine herbs is lacking the directness which is present in Braulio, for example."
Gonçalo de Sousa Monteiro (Admirals Bar, Berlin)
Origin: Germany
Producer: The Bitter Truth
Distribution: Haromex
Price: approx. 15 Euro (0.5l)
Alcoholic strength: 30% Vol.
Tanja Bempreiksz
