Giffard Poire William Liqueur

Product of: France

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This pear liqueur is made with distillates of Poire William by Giffard & Cie, a fourth generation family-owned and run liqueur producer in France’s Loire Valley.

Review and Tasting

Sampled on 02/07/2012

Appearance:

Clear, pale straw

Aroma:

Heady grappa/marc-like with ripe pear skin and pear flesh.

Taste:

Syrupy, intense, perfume-like ripe pear flesh with pear blossom, honey and gentle pepper heat, some soapiness and eaux-de-vie notes throughout.

Aftertaste:

Dries with delicate grappa-like notes emerging and lingering soapiness.