Chambord Black Raspberry Liqueur 70CL

Chambord is a naturally-flavoured raspberry liqueur produced in the Loire Valley, south-west of Paris, France. Officially named Chambord Liqueur Royale de France, it is based on a 17th-century recipe that’s said to have been served to King Louis XIV at the famous estate, Château de Chambord. Thanks to American Norton “Sky” J. Cooper, who inherited his father’s liquor company, Charles Jacquin et Cie, the sweet raspberry liqueur was revived in the late 1900s. Launched under the Chambord name in 1981, the brand was purchased in 2006 by Kentucky-based Brown-Forman (owners of Jack Daniels, Southern Comfort and Finlandia).

Making Chambord requires a double infusion of whole raspberries, blackberries, and black currants in French spirits. Each round lasts for several weeks, and the fruits are also pressed for their juice. To complete the process, the berry-infused spirit is blended with blackberries, raspberries, Madagascar vanilla, and Moroccan citrus peel extracts, as well as XO cognac, honey, and spices (cinnamon, clove, and ginger). Once finished, the liqueur is bottled at a relatively mild 16.5 percent alcohol by volume (ABV, 33 proof).

Chambord’s bottle design is instantly recognizable. The stout orb is adorned with a golden lid and branded band around the middle. Initially, the bottle was far more elaborate, with a crown-shaped cap and gilded plastic band connected to the neck. As beautiful as it was, bartenders often removed it because the plastic either broke or hindered the quick pour needed in busy bars. The simpler design minimized the cap and embedded the gold band into the bottle, clearly showcasing the brand name in a sleek, modern typeface

• Ingredients: Raspberries, blackberries, black currants, vanilla, citrus peel, honey, cognac, other spirits
• ABV: 16.5%
• Origin: Loire Valley, France
• Serve: straight, on the rocks, cocktails, shots