🍷 Floc de Gascogne
A Gascon drink made from grape juice and young Armagnac.
Floc de Gascogne is a sweet drink from Gascony in south-west France. It is made by mixing fresh grape juice with young Armagnac, the local grape brandy. About two thirds is must and one third Armagnac. The spirit stops the juice from fermenting, so the grape's sweetness remains. Drinks of this kind are called mistelles.
The name means bouquet of flowers in the Gascon language. The drink has held a protected AOC name since 1990. The grapes and Armagnac must come from the Armagnac production zone. There is white Floc, mostly from Colombard, Ugni Blanc and Gros Manseng, and rosé Floc from Merlot, Cabernet and Tannat. Alcohol is about 16–18%.
Floc is served chilled as an aperitif and with melon, foie gras and fruit desserts. It tastes like fresh grape juice with a warm note of brandy. By type Floc is related to other French mistelles, and by the origin of its spirit to Armagnac. It is a strong alcoholic drink and is best enjoyed in moderation.
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- Part of
- 🍷 Mistelle
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- 🍷 Mistelle, 🥃 Armagnac
Frequently asked questions
What is Floc de Gascogne?
It is a blend of fresh grape must and young Armagnac from Gascony. The result is a sweet drink of about 17%.
How is Floc de Gascogne served?
Chilled, as an aperitif. It goes well with melon, foie gras and fruit desserts.
Is Floc a wine or a liqueur?
It is a mistelle, juice fortified with spirit before fermentation. Legally it counts as a liqueur wine.
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