Rothman & Winter Crème de Violette is a violet liqueur from Austria, bottled at 20% ABV. It is handcrafted and bottled in Upper Austria by Josef Hofer, a family distillery since 1797, and imported by Haus Alpenz.
It is built on a brandy base and captures the fragrance and taste of Alpine violets, using a blend of Queen Charlotte and March violets.
It pours a deep purple, with a floral, perfumed nose of violet petals and a gently sweet, elegant palate.
It is a bridging ingredient in classic cocktails such as the Aviation and the Blue Moon, and a beautiful partner for sparkling wine.
It is an essential bottle for any classic cocktail bar.
Tasting Notes
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Nose: Fresh violet petals.
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Palate: Floral and gently sweet.
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Finish: Elegant and perfumed.
Specifications
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Producer: Josef Hofer for Rothman & Winter, Upper Austria
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Style: Crème de violette
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Base: Brandy
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Flowers: Queen Charlotte and March violets
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ABV: 20% (40 proof)
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Origin: Austria
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Size: 750ml
How to Enjoy It
Use a quarter ounce of Rothman & Winter in an Aviation, shaken with gin, maraschino liqueur and fresh lemon juice, or in a Blue Moon with gin and lemon. For a Violette Royale, pour an ounce into a flute and top with four ounces of sparkling wine. It adds a floral lift to a gin and tonic, a French 75 or a vodka sour, and it is lovely drizzled over berries, panna cotta or vanilla ice cream. For a gathering, chill the bottle and set out glasses, ice and garnishes so guests can serve themselves. A bottle also makes a thoughtful host gift for a dinner party or the holidays. Keep the bottle in a cool, dark place after opening.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is crème de violette?
A violet liqueur, used in classics such as the Aviation and the Blue Moon.
Who makes it?
Josef Hofer, a family distillery in Upper Austria since 1797.
How strong is it?
It is bottled at 20% ABV, or 40 proof.
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