More accurately, chartreuse gets its name from an alcoholic beverage named after a monastery, which is itself named after a French mountain range. Sounds a bit confusing, right? Not if you know ...

for until fifty years ago it was not drank by anyone except the French monks. It was regarded as a sacred beverage, and to sell it outside of the church was sacrilege. The mystery i.i chartreuse ...

Lopez-Cortez is unequivocal in his support for the original green Chartreuse. He recalls an episode of “Parts Unknown” where legendary French chef Paul Bocuse makes lièvre à la royale, a classic ...

This classic French herbal liqueur has been produced in Chambéry since 1821, having a long history comparable to Chartreuse. It’s made with a blend of 30 local herbs–which sounds like a lot ...

Add Cognac, verjus blanc, Chartreuse Végétal Elixir, 1 dash saline and ¼ ounce lavender-honey syrup. Top with soda water and stir gently to incorporate without losing carbonation.