Giffard Orgeat Syrup

Name: Giffard Orgeat Syrup
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What is Giffard Orgeat Syrup?

Giffard Orgeat Syrup brings a luxurious almond flavor to cocktails, with a rich history dating back to the 19th century. Interestingly, the word "orgeat" is derived from the Latin word "hordeata," meaning "made with barley," as early versions of this syrup were made with barley and not almonds at all.

Why do we love Giffard Orgeat Syrup?

Cocktail enthusiasts should seek out Giffard Orgeat Syrup for its exceptionally rich almond flavor and silky texture, which stems from the company's use of Valencia and Moroccan almonds. Unlike many mass-produced orgeats, Giffard's version is made with natural ingredients and no artificial preservatives, resulting in a more authentic taste that can elevate classic tiki drinks like the Mai Tai or add depth to modern creations.

How do you drink Giffard Orgeat Syrup?

Giffard Orgeat Syrup shines in tropical and tiki-style cocktails, adding a rich almond flavor and silky texture that perfectly complements rum and citrus. While it's most commonly used as a mixer, adventurous drinkers can try it over ice with a splash of soda water for a refreshing summer sipper, or drizzled over vanilla ice cream for a delightful dessert pairing with almond biscotti.

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Tasting Notes

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Nose: Sweet almond aroma with hints of orange blossom. Light vanilla and subtle floral notes emerge. Faint traces of cherry pit and marzipan.

Palate: Rich, creamy texture with pronounced almond flavor. Balanced sweetness reminiscent of sugar cookies. Subtle citrus notes and a touch of rose water. Smooth and velvety mouthfeel.

Finish: Long-lasting almond taste with a lingering sweetness. Soft floral undertones fade gradually. Leaves a pleasant, nutty aftertaste with a hint of vanilla.

Giffard Orgeat Syrup is crafted using a blend of almonds, sugar, and orange flower water, with the almonds carefully selected and slowly roasted to enhance their nutty flavor. The production process involves steeping the roasted almonds in sugar syrup, then filtering and adding a touch of orange flower water, resulting in a rich, creamy syrup with complex almond notes and a subtle floral essence.

Giffard Orgeat Syrup was originally created as a medicinal elixir in 19th century France, using almonds for their believed healing properties. It later evolved into a cocktail ingredient, becoming essential in classics like the Mai Tai and Japanese Cocktail.

Despite its name suggesting a purely almond-based syrup, authentic Giffard Orgeat also incorporates orange flower water and a touch of bitter almond oil, creating a complex flavor profile that can't be replicated by simple almond syrup.

The Giffard family has been producing their Orgeat Syrup for over 100 years using a secret recipe. They still source their almonds from the same Mediterranean groves that supplied the original 1910 formula, ensuring consistent quality and taste.

Main Ingredient: Almonds
Country of Origin: France

Cocktail Recipes

Trader Jay's Mai Tai

Ingredients

2 oz Worthy Park 109 Jamaican Rum

.5 oz Pierre Ferrand Dry Curaçao

.25 oz Giffard Orgeat Syrup

.25 oz Rich Simple Syrup (2:1 ratio)

.75 oz freshly squeezed lime juice

Directions

Add all ingredients into a shaker with cubed ice and shake vigorously until the shaker is well-chilled and frosty on the outside. Strain into a double old fashioned glass filled with crushed or pebble ice. Garnish with spent lime shell and fresh mint sprig.