Edmond Briottet Creme de Mure 700ML

Edmond Briottet Creme de Mure 700ML is a French blackberry liqueur bottled at 18% ABV, produced by the Briottet Distillery in Dijon. Awarded 96 points and a "Superb" rating from Wine Enthusiast Magazine, this crème de mûre stands among the most critically acclaimed blackberry liqueurs available, distinguished by its use of carefully selected, ripe blackberries macerated in beet neutral alcohol.

Quick Facts: ABV: 18%  |  Origin: Dijon, Burgundy, France  |  Style: Crème de Mûre (Blackberry Liqueur)  |  Distillery: Briottet

Production & Heritage

The Briottet Distillery has operated out of Dijon, France — the historic capital of Burgundy — building a reputation as one of France's foremost artisan liqueur producers. Production of this crème de mûre begins with ripe, fleshy blackberries that are carefully inspected and lightly crushed so the alcohol can penetrate to the heart of each berry. The fruit then undergoes a strictly controlled maceration in beet neutral alcohol, a base spirit choice that keeps the focus squarely on the natural blackberry character rather than introducing competing grain or grape flavors.

Tasting Notes

Aroma: Deep purple in the glass, the nose opens with luxurious, ripe blackberry fruit that shifts between sweet jam-like richness and a drier, more tart berry quality. A subtle clove-like spice note sits underneath, adding unexpected complexity.

Taste: The palate is full-bodied and fruit-forward, delivering lush blackberry flavor that alternates between sweet and tart from entry through the mid-palate. There is genuine depth here — the fruit tastes concentrated and natural rather than artificially sweetened, with a backbone of clean fruit alcohol supporting the berry intensity.

Finish: The finish is well balanced, landing neatly between sweetness and tartness without tipping into cloying territory. It lingers with a clean berry note and gentle warmth appropriate to its 18% ABV.

How to Drink Briottet Crème de Mûre

Served chilled on its own, this liqueur works as a dessert pour — the balanced sweetness and tartness keep it lively. It truly shines, however, as a cocktail ingredient, where the deep garnet color and authentic blackberry flavor elevate a range of classic drinks.

• Bramble: The cocktail this category was built for — Briottet's intense berry character and natural tartness complement the gin and lemon foundation perfectly.
• Kir Impérial: Substituted for the traditional cassis in a flute of Champagne, the mûre adds a darker berry note and striking purple hue.
• Blackberry Margarita: A half-ounce float adds fruit depth and color contrast to a classic tequila-lime structure without overwhelming it.

Best For

• Home bartenders building a serious cocktail ingredient shelf
• Gifting to someone who appreciates French artisan liqueurs
• Adding depth and color to Champagne-based apéritifs
• After-dinner service alongside dark chocolate desserts

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Briottet Crème de Mûre taste like? It delivers a rich, full-bodied blackberry flavor that moves between sweet and tart, with a subtle spice note and a clean, balanced finish. The fruit character reads as natural and concentrated rather than artificially sweetened.

How does Briottet Crème de Mûre compare to Chambord? Chambord is a raspberry-and-blackberry blend with vanilla, citrus peel, and cognac in the base, giving it a more complex, perfumed profile. Briottet Crème de Mûre focuses purely on blackberry fruit macerated in neutral spirit, producing a more direct, berry-forward liqueur that is often preferred for cocktails requiring clean blackberry intensity.

Is Briottet Crème de Mûre good for cocktails? It is one of the most widely recommended crème de mûre expressions for cocktail use, particularly in the Bramble, where its garnet color and balanced sweet-tart character are essential to the drink's profile.

Where is Briottet Crème de Mûre made? It is produced at the Briottet Distillery in Dijon, located in the Burgundy region of eastern France. Dijon has a long tradition of liqueur and mustard production dating back centuries.

What foods pair well with Briottet Crème de Mûre? Dark chocolate torte pairs naturally, as the berry tartness cuts through the richness. Vanilla panna cotta benefits from a drizzle of the liqueur as a sauce. Aged blue cheeses like Roquefort create an appealing sweet-savory contrast. Fresh berry tarts echo and amplify the blackberry notes. Lemon-based desserts like tarte au citron find a complementary partner in the mûre's fruit depth.

What sizes does Briottet Crème de Mûre come in? The standard bottle is 700ml, which is the most widely available format for this expression.

Is Briottet Crème de Mûre worth the price? It positions as a premium artisan liqueur within the crème de mûre category, and the 96-point rating from Wine Enthusiast places it at the very top of critically rated blackberry liqueurs — strong justification for its price tier relative to mass-market alternatives.

Why Briottet Crème de Mûre?

A 96-point "Superb" rating from Wine Enthusiast Magazine is not a distinction many fruit liqueurs achieve, and it reflects the quality of Briottet's approach: real blackberries, strictly controlled maceration, and a neutral spirit base that refuses to compete with the fruit. Where many blackberry liqueurs lean on added sweetness to compensate for thin flavor, this one delivers genuine berry intensity with a tartness that keeps it balanced and versatile. For anyone serious about building a Bramble or a Kir Impérial the right way, this is the benchmark bottle in the category.