It seems 2018 is the year of the fig, particularly in the drinks industry, where i have noticed a recent surge in fig-flavoured liqueurs and spirits. I love Esprit de Figues - the world's first true fig liqueur.
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The origins of Esprit de Figues brings a vision inspired by creator Patrick Borg's Mediterranean family’s heritage to a 150-year-old distillery located in Burgundy, France for an utterly unique tipple made with fresh Violette de Bordeaux Figs.
Sweet, without being syrupy or sickly, the earthy figs are very flavoursome and paired well with notes of raspberry jam, vanilla and honey. Beautifully composed, it tastes as good as it looks.