{"product_id":"st-george-aqua-perfecta-basil-eau-de-vie-750ml","title":"St. George Aqua Perfecta Basil Eau de Vie 750ml","description":"\u003cp\u003eAqua Perfecta Basil Eau de Vie is an herbal brandy from St. George Spirits in Alameda, California, distilled from fresh Genovese and Thai basil with unaged grape brandy, bottled at 80 proof (40% ABV).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhat does a master distiller do when there's a perfect tomato season? Lance Winters created this eau de vie to sip with beefsteak tomatoes, but it works just as well with anything your garden grows. Both varieties of fresh basil go directly into the copper pot still: Genovese basil gives a buttery, green base, Thai basil lends bright, spicy top notes, and unaged grape brandy brings a creamy body and fruit-forward mid-palate, with licorice root joining the basil.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBright anise opens the nose before giving way to classic Italian basil freshness. The palate shows peppery spice and subtle anise alongside graceful basil notes over a creamy, fruity body.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe botanical label makes it a unique gift for gardeners and cooks.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eEau de vie is a clear, unaged fruit or herbal brandy.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCopper pot distillation captures delicate fresh aromatics.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eServe it chilled in a small glass.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA splash in a Gimlet adds herbal brightness.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt pairs with pesto pasta, fresh mozzarella and grilled vegetables.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt is a great conversation piece for dinner parties.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSt. George is known for inventive craft spirits.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eHome cooks will love its culinary uses.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eTry a few drops over a summer tomato salad.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNose:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bright anise, fresh basil.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Peppery spice, creamy fruit.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Graceful basil.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDistillery:\u003c\/strong\u003e St. George Spirits, Alameda, California\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStyle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Basil eau de vie\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBase:\u003c\/strong\u003e Genovese and Thai basil with unaged grape brandy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProof \/ ABV:\u003c\/strong\u003e 80 proof (40% ABV)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e California, USA\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e 750ml\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow to Enjoy It\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eSip it chilled alongside summer tomatoes or a Caprese salad, or add it to a Bloody Mary or a Gin and Tonic-style highball.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWho created it?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSt. George master distiller Lance Winters.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat basil is used?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFresh Genovese and Thai basil.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does it pair with?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eGarden-fresh tomatoes and summer produce.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eExplore more in our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/cognac\"\u003eCognac \u0026amp; Brandy collection\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"St. George Spirits","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":68023585964341,"sku":"VWS200434731","price":38.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0993\/7367\/8901\/files\/noir-gold-main-25596.webp?v=1793662340","url":"https:\/\/hiddencasks.com\/products\/st-george-aqua-perfecta-basil-eau-de-vie-750ml","provider":"Hidden Casks","version":"1.0","type":"link"}