{"title":"Mount Rigi","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"mount-rigi-liqueur-750ml","title":"Mount Rigi Liqueur 750ML","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMount Rigi Liqueur 750ML\u003c\/strong\u003e is a Swiss alpine liqueur made from kirsch, elderflower, and lemon balm, bottled at 20% ABV (40 proof). It earned a gold medal at the 2021 San Francisco World Spirits Competition and a 91-point gold at the 2020 Bartenders Spirits Awards — recognition that highlights its versatility behind the bar and its distinctive alpine character.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuick Facts:\u003c\/strong\u003e ABV: 20% (40 proof)  |  Origin: Zug, Switzerland  |  Style: Herbal Cherry Liqueur  |  Distillery: Mount Rigi\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eProduction \u0026amp; Heritage\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eMount Rigi is produced in a historic distillery built in 1833 on the Zurlaubenhof manor in the central Swiss town of Zug. The original vaulted cellar and wood-fired still — affectionately known as the \"Brennhüsli\" (small still house) — remain at the heart of production. Ripened Swiss cherries are first distilled to 156 proof to create a potent kirsch base. The Master Distiller then macerates a proprietary blend of alpine herbs and flowers — including elderflower and lemon balm — with the kirsch, resulting in a layered botanical liqueur that reflects nearly two centuries of Swiss distilling tradition.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAroma:\u003c\/strong\u003e Clean and refreshing, with bright cherry and delicate elderflower rising first, followed by subtle herbaceous undertones. A gentle citrus lift from the lemon balm rounds out the nose.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTaste:\u003c\/strong\u003e The entry is soft and gently sweet, with ripe cherry and kirsch warmth giving way to mellow floral notes of elderflower at mid-palate. As the flavors develop, a crisp herbaceous quality emerges alongside a balanced interplay of sweet and pleasantly bitter alpine botanicals.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Long-lasting and smooth, with lingering citrus brightness from lemon balm and a clean herbal fade. The cherry distillate anchors the finish without cloying sweetness.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eHow to Drink Mount Rigi\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eNeat and slightly chilled is the purest way to appreciate the alpine botanicals, though a single ice cube opens up the floral and citrus dimensions. Mount Rigi's blend of cherry, elderflower, and herbs makes it exceptionally flexible in cocktails:\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cul\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLast Word variation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Substitute Mount Rigi for maraschino liqueur to introduce floral depth and a Swiss alpine twist to this gin classic.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpritz:\u003c\/strong\u003e Combine with prosecco and a splash of soda for a light, aromatic aperitif that leans on the elderflower and citrus notes.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAlpine Sour:\u003c\/strong\u003e Shake with bourbon, fresh lemon juice, and a dash of simple syrup — the kirsch backbone and herbal complexity add layers a standard sour cannot achieve.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eBest For\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cul\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eBartenders and home mixologists seeking a multi-purpose botanical liqueur\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eGifting to someone who appreciates European artisan spirits with genuine provenance\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eAfter-dinner sipping as a digestif alongside dessert\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eExploring Swiss spirits beyond the typical schnapps category\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does Mount Rigi taste like?\u003c\/strong\u003e Mount Rigi is soft and sweet on entry with ripe cherry and kirsch warmth, transitioning into mellow elderflower and crisp alpine herbs, and finishing with a long, citrusy lemon balm fade.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow does Mount Rigi compare to Luxardo Maraschino?\u003c\/strong\u003e Both are cherry-based liqueurs, but Luxardo Maraschino is drier and more intensely nutty from marasca cherry pits, while Mount Rigi layers elderflower and lemon balm over its kirsch base for a more floral, herbaceous profile. Mount Rigi sits at 20% ABV compared to Luxardo Maraschino's 32%, making it lighter in body and lower in alcohol intensity.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs Mount Rigi good for cocktails?\u003c\/strong\u003e Mount Rigi is an excellent cocktail ingredient; its gold medal at the 2020 Bartenders Spirits Awards specifically recognized its mixability. It can be used in place of elderflower or maraschino liqueurs to add botanical complexity.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhere is Mount Rigi made?\u003c\/strong\u003e Mount Rigi is distilled at the historic 1833 distillery on the Zurlaubenhof manor in Zug, a town in central Switzerland. The original vaulted cellar and wood-fired still remain integral to its production.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat foods pair well with Mount Rigi?\u003c\/strong\u003e Dark chocolate truffles complement the kirsch and herbal bitterness. Fresh berry tarts echo the cherry distillate. Aged Alpine cheeses like Gruyère create a savory-sweet contrast. Almond biscotti harmonize with the elderflower and citrus notes. Smoked duck or charcuterie boards benefit from the liqueur's herbal brightness as a palate cleanser.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat sizes does Mount Rigi come in?\u003c\/strong\u003e Mount Rigi Liqueur is available in the standard 750ML bottle.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs Mount Rigi worth the price?\u003c\/strong\u003e Mount Rigi positions as a premium artisan liqueur with nearly two centuries of Swiss distilling heritage and multiple international awards backing its quality. Within the botanical and cherry liqueur category, it represents strong value for a product with this level of craft and versatility.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eWhy Mount Rigi?\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eFew liqueurs can claim continuous production in the same stone-vaulted cellar since 1833, and fewer still use a wood-fired still to this day. Mount Rigi's foundation of Swiss cherry kirsch distilled to 156 proof — then softened and layered through maceration with alpine herbs and elderflower — results in a bottle that bridges the gap between cherry liqueurs and herbal digestifs. Back-to-back international recognition, including a San Francisco World Spirits Competition gold and a 91-point score at the Bartenders Spirits Awards, validates what the liquid delivers: genuine complexity from a short, transparent ingredient list rooted in Swiss alpine tradition.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Mount Rigi","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44837920047273,"sku":"34616","price":29.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0680\/1024\/6313\/files\/Mount-Rigi-Liqueur__50403.jpg?v=1730500390"}],"url":"https:\/\/theliquorbarn.com\/collections\/mount-rigi.oembed","provider":"The Liquor Barn","version":"1.0","type":"link"}