Giffard Banane du Bresil
Giffard Banane du Bresil is a premium banana liqueur — 25% ABV (50 proof), 750ml — made from the slow maceration of sun-ripened Brazilian bananas with natural banana flavorings, finished with a hint of oak-aged Cognac. Canary-yellow with golden hues, it is available to order online at Del Mesa Liquor.
- ABV: 25% (50 proof)
- Size: 750ml
- Production: Slow maceration of Brazilian bananas + natural banana flavorings, hint of oak-aged Cognac; Giffard, Angers, France
- Origin: Loire Valley, France (bananas: Brazil)
- Dietary: Lactose free, gluten free, vegan, no preservatives (per brand)
- Awards: Gold + 95/100, International Review of Spirits 2007; Silver, San Francisco World Spirits Competition 2014; Bronze, International Spirits Challenge 2008
Banana, Taken Seriously
Banana liqueur has a reputation problem — too many taste like sunscreen. Giffard's is the rebuttal: real Brazilian bananas, slow maceration, and a touch of Cognac that turns the fruit's sweetness into something roasted and grown-up. It is one of the most awarded bottles in the Giffard stable — see why in the liqueurs collection, and give your cocktails a tropical upgrade.
Tasting Notes
Per the official brand notes: a heady tropical scent loaded with ripe and dried banana. The entry is soft, then butter-roasted bananas flambéed with an oak-aged spirit. The US sell sheet adds banana bread, vanilla, and baking spice on the aroma, with a creamy palate of ripe banana, ginger, and allspice.
How to Enjoy
The soul of a proper Banana Daiquiri — rum, lime, and this. Also transformative in a Bananas Foster dessert cocktail, or drizzled over French toast instead of syrup.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Giffard Banane du Bresil? A 25% ABV French banana liqueur from Brazilian bananas with natural banana flavorings and a hint of oak-aged Cognac.
Is it overly sweet or artificial? No — the Cognac touch and real-banana maceration keep it roasted and balanced, not candy-like.
What cocktails use banana liqueur? Banana Daiquiris, tiki drinks, dessert cocktails, and coffee drinks.
Has it won awards? Yes — Gold (95/100) at the 2007 International Review of Spirits, Silver at SFWSC 2014, and Bronze at the 2008 International Spirits Challenge, per the brand.
Dessert in a bottle, minus the guilt — buy Giffard Banane du Bresil online at Del Mesa Liquor, San Diego, CA.