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After Dinner Drinks (Digestifs)
Posted on 7/10/22 at 10:13 pm
Posted on 7/10/22 at 10:13 pm
Today I ended up down a rabbit hole on "digestifs", after-dinner drinks such as Sambuca, Grand Marnier, Anisette, etc.
I didn't realize that one of the primary roles of these "digestifs" in olden times was to aid digestion after large, multi-course meals (versus "apertifs" to set the palate).
Now I am curious about testing out a few of these to find a personal go-to after a big meal.
Any favorites from the F&D Board? Not just in terms of taste but actually helping with digestion.
ETA: Yes, I am old.
https://www.thespruceeats.com/what-is-a-digestif-4160394#
https://snippetsofparis.com/digestifs/
I didn't realize that one of the primary roles of these "digestifs" in olden times was to aid digestion after large, multi-course meals (versus "apertifs" to set the palate).
Now I am curious about testing out a few of these to find a personal go-to after a big meal.
Any favorites from the F&D Board? Not just in terms of taste but actually helping with digestion.
ETA: Yes, I am old.
https://www.thespruceeats.com/what-is-a-digestif-4160394#
https://snippetsofparis.com/digestifs/
This post was edited on 7/10/22 at 10:49 pm
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Posted on 7/10/22 at 10:47 pm to Bayou Tiger
A Greek Professor is really great for after dinner, especially on a cold night:
1 part Brandy or Cognac
1/2 part Nocello
1/2 part Frangelico
I put in a chilled glass. It burns so good.
ETA: not sure if I used the term “parts” correctly but substitute with shot to make more sense.
1 part Brandy or Cognac
1/2 part Nocello
1/2 part Frangelico
I put in a chilled glass. It burns so good.
ETA: not sure if I used the term “parts” correctly but substitute with shot to make more sense.
This post was edited on 7/10/22 at 10:49 pm
Posted on 7/10/22 at 11:08 pm to Bayou Tiger
A high end cognac is my go to
Posted on 7/11/22 at 12:02 am to Bayou Tiger
Vintage Port.
Cognac
Cognac
Posted on 7/11/22 at 6:23 am to Bayou Tiger
My favorite after dinner drink is Strega. It's viscous and sweet so I prefer it chilled and slightly diluted, served up. It has a refreshing minty aftertaste that lingers. I replaced my usual Chartreuse with Strega a few years ago and really enjoy the change.
Some others to consider are,
Cynar (CHEE-nar)
Montenegro
Frenet Branca
Amaro CioCiaro
Really, anything with Amaro in the name.
Some others to consider are,
Cynar (CHEE-nar)
Montenegro
Frenet Branca
Amaro CioCiaro
Really, anything with Amaro in the name.
Posted on 7/11/22 at 7:06 am to Bayou Tiger
I’m not sure they will actually help with digestion, but absolutely try some out. So many options out there for you
Posted on 7/11/22 at 7:19 am to Bayou Tiger
My go to options:
Tawny Port
Montenegro
Drambuie
Tawny Port
Montenegro
Drambuie
Posted on 7/11/22 at 7:45 am to Bayou Tiger
I like a Sambuca after a big Italian meal and Grand Marnier is always delicious.
Posted on 7/11/22 at 9:31 am to Bayou Tiger
I like a Fernet Branca
Posted on 7/11/22 at 11:54 am to Bayou Tiger
Cup of coffee and snifter of Nocello was my go to after dinner drink back when I drank.
Posted on 7/11/22 at 4:13 pm to Bayou Tiger
My go-to after meals at home, sipped.
Laugh all you want.
quote:
Is Jägermeister a digestif?
The liqueur was originally brewed as a “digestif,” a post-dinner alcoholic drink to help settle the stomach and help with digestion.
Laugh all you want.
Posted on 7/11/22 at 4:27 pm to Bayou Tiger
Peach schnapps
Posted on 7/11/22 at 4:39 pm to Bayou Tiger
A Dr. Henderson
Half creme de menthe, half Fernet Branca. Lots of ice.
Half creme de menthe, half Fernet Branca. Lots of ice.
Posted on 7/11/22 at 4:41 pm to BlackenedOut
Posted on 7/11/22 at 5:22 pm to PBeard
I love a really nice tawny port..
Posted on 7/11/22 at 7:09 pm to Coach938
Grasshopper must be made with ice cream
Posted on 7/11/22 at 10:35 pm to Bayou Tiger
Lots of great ideas. Thanks! I will have to snag some "airplane bottles" at the liquor store and start trying these out.
Posted on 7/12/22 at 6:33 am to Bayou Tiger
If you want to try Amaro, I'd go with the Amaro Montenegro suggestion a few have made. It's a good entry into the spirit. Some of the others may be a less gentle entry. 
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