About Bénédictine
| Founder: | Alexandre Le Grand |
| Year Founded: | 1863 |
| Distillery Location: | Fecamp, France |
| Master Distiller / Blender: | Eric Tourain, Master Distiller |
Bénédictine Essential Facts
- In 1510, the Benedictine monk Don Bernardo Vincelli created the recipe for this French liqueur, which calls for 27 plants and spices. The three main ingredients are Angelica, Hyssop and Lemon Balm.
- There are only three people on earth who know the complete recipe for making the spirit.
- Benedictine is aged for up to 17 months before bottling.
- The brand was first imported to the United States in 1888.
How You Should Drink Bénédictine
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