1960’s D.O.M Benedictine 43 Degres

The recipe is a closely guarded trade secret, purportedly known to only three people at any given time. So many people have tried to reproduce it that the company maintains on its grounds in Fécamp a "Hall of Counterfeits" (Salle des Contrefaçons). The bottle and label have been imitated, as has the name Bénédictine. The company prosecutes those it feels are infringing on its intellectual property.

The manufacturing process involves several distillations which are then blended. The recipe of Bénédictine is a commercial secret, but it is known to contain 27 herbs and spices, of which the following 21 are publicly known:[citation needed] Angelica, hyssop, juniper, myrrh, saffron, mace, fir cones, aloe, arnica, lemon balm, tea, thyme, coriander, clove, lemon, vanilla, orange peel, honey, red berries, cinnamon, and nutmeg; leaving six unknown ingredients.

The Benedictine D.O.M Liqueur, a classic French herbal liqueur, is renowned for its intricate flavors and rich history. Here are the tasting notes for this delightful spirit:

Appearance: Clear, coppery amber with copper flecks.

Aroma: Fresh citrus peel, cardamom, cedar wood, nutmeg, sage, and mace.

Taste: Silky, honeyed, and lightly spiced on the palate. Expect saffron, ginger, cardamom, cloves, and citrus zestiness.

Aftertaste: As you savor it, warming notes of mocha coffee, fudge, vanilla, and pine sap emerge, lingering through the zesty, saffron, and gingerbread finish.

This exquisite liqueur received a rating of 5+/5 and was awarded 95 points by the prestigious Beverage Tasting Institute in Chicago. It’s a harmonious blend of flavors that invites you to explore its complexity.