PERNOD ANISE 750ML

Pernod Anise is an anise-flavored liqueur/apéritif produced by the French company Pernod Ricard.

It’s part of the long tradition of French “pastis”-style drinks, though Pernod itself is a bit different from classic pastis.

What it is

1. Type: Anise-based apéritif (liqueur)
2. Flavoring: Star anise, fennel, herbal extracts
3. Alcohol: Typically around 40% ABV
4. Origin: France

It was originally created as a substitute for absinthe after absinthe was banned in the early 1900s.

Flavor profile

1. Strong licorice / black jelly bean taste (from anise)
2. Herbal and slightly sweet
3. Warm, aromatic spice
4. Very intense when undiluted

When mixed with water, it turns cloudy and milky (“louche” effect) and becomes much softer and more refreshing.

How it’s usually served

Most commonly:

1. Diluted with cold water (about 1 part Pernod to 4–6 parts water)
2. Over ice
3. Sometimes with a splash of syrup or citrus

It’s rarely consumed neat because the flavor is very strong.

Uses in cocktails & cooking

1. Classic French apéritif before meals
2. Cocktails (especially in small amounts for herbal depth)
3. Cooking: seafood stews, sauces, and Mediterranean dishes

Simple takeaway

Pernod Anise = a strong, licorice-flavored French apéritif that becomes smooth and refreshing when diluted with water, traditionally used before meals or in cooking.