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About this liqueur
Giffard, the liqueur house based in Angers, produces this Crème de Fraise des Bois et Frais from a blend of wild strawberries (fraises des bois) and cultivated strawberries, macerated and sweetened in the traditional French style.
Expect concentrated red-fruit sweetness with a bright, slightly tart lift from the wild berries. Pour over ice, top with sparkling wine for a simple kir-style aperitif, or use behind the bar to flavour cocktails and desserts. A useful bottle to keep on board for guests wanting something short, fruity and refreshing before dinner.

Strawberry Woods Elegance
Strawberry Woods Elegance is a shaken cocktail made with Giffard - Crème de Fraise des Bois et Frais, served in a coupe.
- Method
- Shaken
- Glass
- Coupe
- Ice
- Cubes
- Garnish
- Two fresh strawberries threaded onto a cocktail pick and placed across the rim of the glass, light mist of lemon zest expressed over the surface
Ingredients
- 45 ml Giffard Crème de Fraise des Bois et Frais
- 60 ml premium vodka
- 30 ml fresh lemon juice
- 20 ml Champagne or dry sparkling wine
- 15 ml simple syrup
- 2 fresh wild strawberries (or high-quality strawberries)
- Ice
Method
- Add vodka, Giffard Crème de Fraise des Bois et Frais, fresh lemon juice, and simple syrup to a cocktail shaker filled with ice.
- Shake vigorously for 12-15 seconds until well-chilled.
- Fine strain into a chilled coupe glass.
- Top with Champagne or sparkling wine.
- Gently stir to combine.
Serve
Serve in a chilled coupe glass. Garnish with two fresh strawberries threaded onto a cocktail pick and placed across the rim of the glass. Finish with a light mist of lemon zest expressed over the surface for aromatic enhancement.
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Producer
Giffard
Giffard is a French liqueur producer based in Angers, in the Loire Valley. The house has specialized in the production of fruit-based liqueurs and syrups since the 19th century, establishing itself as a significant manufacturer…
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