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Chartreuse Verte (Green Chartreuse)
The original liqueur formulated by Brother Antoine from the 'elixir' (Chartreuse Elixir Végétal). Green Chartreuse is flavoured with extracts from 132...
Marius Schaub
16th April 2025 at 16:35
As I live in Europe, I fortunately have no problems getting Chartreuse. On my last vacation in Canada, however, I ordered a cocktail with Calendula Montréal Plaza ("Cannes you not", very tasty) in the bar of the Honeyrose Hotel. When I asked, the very nice bartender told me that it was the local alternative to Chartreuse verte and let me try a shot straight. I think it captures the taste of the original pretty well. However, I don't know whether Calendula is also available in the USA or only in Canada.
26th September at 20:01
Thanks for the hot tip - I’ve been wanting to add chartreuse to my home bar but $$$… Will pick up a bottle of calendula next time I’m in Montreal
26th September at 22:18
Chartreuse definitely is a nice addition to any bar! If you see both verte and jaune (or cheaper alternatives), I would skip the yellow one though as imho it just adds a taste of honey and isn't worth the price. Which by now is almost the same in Germany as it is in America, so I might need to look for alternatives pretty soon too 💀