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Killepitsch

  • Rating: 7
  • Value: 7
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Proof: 84 (42%)
Age: Unknown
Price: $30 750ML

Black as pitch in the bottle, spicy dark fruits and citrus, then herbaceaus and slightly astringent (gentian?) at first whiff.

First ImpressionBlack as pitch in the bottle, spicy dark fruits and citrus, then herbaceaus and slightly astringent (gentian?) at first whiff.

Appearance: Dark red/gold color; it leaves a thin coat on swirling. It could be mistaken for a cough syrup. The viscosity and caramel residue need a little work. . .

Taste: Sweet, oily mouth feel, with intense dark fruits, berries, then black pepper. A slight cloying aftertaste and only mild alcohol aftertaste reminds me of some chinese cough syrups I used years ago, but more complex. It seems to use a disturbing amount of caramel, which is a pity, as I think it dumbs down the aromas and tastes for the sake of coloration.

Drinks: Would probably make a very nice (or better frankly) substitute for Jaegermeister, also can recommend it as a sweeter alternative to Campari, particularly for a Killepitsch and Tonic (or Killer Tonic as we call it). Makes a great base for mulled wine for the winter months (particularly the Christmas season) without all that tedious mixing and prepping ingredients.

Bottle: Simple clear glass bottle, somewhat distinctive (high sloped shoulder and large raised “A” in the back).

Other: Twice-distilled and aged in small casks.

Final Thoughts: A heavy, fruity, liqueur that is quite good and interesting.It does however need someone to develop some drinks for it to really go anywhere.

Website: Two of them actually. The American importer’s website is : http://www.ourniche.com/spirits.asp

and the original German distiller’s website:

http://www.killepitsch.com

Quick loading website- unfortunately only in German. Straight-forward, easy-to- navigate.

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