Chartreuse Cuvee des MOFS Liqueur (700ml)

A rare event took place in 2008. The Carthusian order (guardians of Chartreuse secrets) opened their spiritual and spirituous sanctuary to a handful of outsiders. Not just any outsiders, but a delegation of sommeliers who had been elected ‘Meilleurs Ouvrier de France’,(a unique competition created by the French, to celebrate the best in each category of Trade). While not revealing any of their secrets, the monks allowed them to collaborate in the creation of a masterpiece that resulted in the crafting of a new Chartreuse.

The cuvee MOF is a take on Yellow Chartreuse, although some would say it's even more singular and easily recognisable, achieving the uncanny symbiosis between onctuosity, freshness and power. Possessing the sweetness of an after dinner sipper more than the characteristics of an appetiser, the elixir's delicately bitter herbal quality hints at gentian and peppermint, underscoring a richer pastis-like note - think anise and liquorice; Served neat with a light chill helps to reveal its full flavour and aromatic complexity. Over ice, it makes for a refreshing Summer sipper. Either way, this soothing digestif settles the mind and calms the nerves in a way few spirits can.

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