Violette Pétillant

Friday, August 17, 2012


I have fond memories of candied violets–my best friend's grandmother would bring them back with her from European trips, and even though the taste was a little adult for two six year olds, they seemed so chic! When I was mixing up this cocktail, I thought of them immediately–they'd make the perfect garnish!


Violette Pétillant

1/2 oz crème de violette
Champagne or sparkling wine 

Pour the crème de violette in a flute or coupe, then top with the bubbly of your choice! 


Notes: Crème de violette is an antique ingredient experiencing a bit of a revival; Rothman & Winter make arguably the best. Since I used Prosecco (a delicious choice), this sipper is a Violette Pétillant, rather than a Royale. Cheers!

17 comments:

  1. I've never heard of crème de violette, so naturally I'm curious.

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  2. Makes me think of the creme de menthe my parents used to serve to guests when we were little. But the color of this violette is lovely!

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  3. Oh holy goodness - this looks and sounds divine! Happy weekend, lena!

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  4. Gorgeous!! Violette just so happens to be my nieces name...will save this when she is older!!

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  5. Oooh... I already know I would love this. Have a great weekend, Lena!!

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  6. I could totally down a couple of these right now.

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  7. Ooh I think this goes perfectly with the lilac invitation you posted yesterday :-) Happy Friday!

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  8. again, you introduce me to things i've never heard of. love it. you're so wordly, miss lena. have a great weekend, doll! xo

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  9. What a pretty cocktail! Although I'd probably have to be convinced - not the biggest fan of candied violets!

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  10. wow- I've never ever heard of this. you always come up with the best-looking cocktails!

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  11. Oooh it sounds so sophisticated! Hope you are having a fantastic weekend, Lena.

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  12. I don't know much about violets at all but you have me intrigued.

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  13. This sounds delicious...can't wait to try!!

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  14. Stop it right now... must make!

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  15. What a sweet memory! :) Looks delicious!!

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  16. This sounds so perfect! I must try it!

    ~ Clare x

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