The star of the mountains, and the best known, is of course Genepi. It is prepared from a plant with digestive properties that grows in stone mounds between 2500 and 3200 metres above sea level.
A liqueur that is as well known as Génépi is Chartreuse, which is made by monks called the Chartreux fathers. It is an alcohol of 55 degrees. There is green Chartreuse and yellow Chartreuse.
Gentian liqueur was invented in the 18th century and is made from a better known alcohol: Suze.
Sapinette is a liqueur made from the buds of fir trees. It is drunk iced and served in a wooden bottle.
Hyssop is a delicious sweet liqueur with purple wild flowers. It is drunk to prevent bronchitis.
Mead is a drink that has been made for years from mountain honey: the higher the hives from which the honey is taken, the better the drink.
Violet liqueur: this small, very feminine drink is known for its diuretic properties.
Mountain mint liqueur: very refreshing, you can add more or less mint, vervain or linden during the infusion.
We remind you of course that all these liqueurs should be consumed in moderation, even if they help to digest rich Savoyard and Haute Savoyard dishes.