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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 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.