How Much Does Bigallet China China Cost in 2026?
Bigallet China China — All Sizes & Prices
| Bottle Size | Price | Price/oz | Price/Shot | Shots |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 750ml (Standard) 25.4 oz | $31.50 | $1.24 | $1.86 | 16.9 |
About Bigallet China China
Bigallet China-China is a rich, complex French digestive liqueur produced since 1875 at the foot of the French Alps, crafted from macerated and distilled peels of sweet oranges from Valencia, Spain, and bitter oranges from Curaçao, blended with quinine, gentian, wormwood, anise, clove, iris, and other secret Alpine herbs and spices, then sweetened with caramel for its signature dark amber hue and bittersweet profile at 40% ABV. What makes it special is Bigallet's proprietary 'zestage' process, where fresh peels are hand-zested annually, steeped in neutral beet spirit for three weeks, and double-distilled in copper alembic pot stills, yielding intense orange aromatics balanced by earthy bitterness and spicy depth that sets it apart from simpler orange liqueurs like Cointreau or Aperol. Ideal for bitters enthusiasts, cocktail aficionados seeking Negroni-like complexity, or those wanting a sophisticated digestif after heavy meals, it shines as a modifier in classics—use ½ oz in place of bitters in an Old Fashioned. In its bitter orange amaro category, it offers superior herbal intricacy and Alpine authenticity compared to Italian Averna or mainstream aperitifs, at a competitive $31.50 for 750ml imported by Park Street Imports.
Tasting Notes
👃 Nose
Dominant cola nut and oiled leather mingle with tarragon, distinct licorice, and essential oils of rosemary and lavender. Fine eucalyptus emerges alongside spruce shoots and coniferous resin. Subtle blood orange and grapefruit peel linger in the background.
👅 Palate
Spicy and full-bodied at first, with cola nut, melted herbal sweets like Ricola, eucalyptus, licorice, incense, saffron, cumin, and bitter orange. Sage and allspice build as it spreads warmly in the throat, with badiane, iris, and clove adding épicé warmth. The mouthfeel is velvety yet digestive, balancing bitterness with caramel sweetness.
✨ Finish
Subtle blood orange and grapefruit zest return with licorice, burnt sugar, eucalyptus, and lingering cola for a very long, bittersweet close.
Popular Cocktails with Bigallet China China
Lemon-China — Shake 2 oz Bigallet China-China with 1 oz fresh lemon juice, fine strain over a large ice cube in a rocks glass.
China Old Fashioned — Stir 2 oz bourbon, 0.5 oz Bigallet China-China, and 0.25 oz simple syrup with ice, strain over a large cube, garnish with orange twist.
China Negroni — Stir equal parts gin, sweet vermouth, and Bigallet China-China (0.5 oz substitution for bitters) with ice, strain into a rocks glass over ice, garnish with orange peel.
Food Pairings
Rich cheeses like blue or aged gouda, Dark chocolate desserts, Roasted meats or game, Spicy Asian cuisine, Vanilla ice cream as a topping
