Giffard Spritz Non-Alcoholic Liqueur
Giffard Spritz — The Alcohol-Free French Aperitivo
Giffard Spritz is the non-alcoholic liqueur from the French house of Giffard — a ready-to-mix aperitivo built for the golden-hour spritz ritual, minus the alcohol. It is completely alcohol-free (0.0% ABV), yet delivers the full bittersweet architecture of a classic Italian-style spritz: juicy citrus up front, gentle sweetness in the middle, and a lingering bitter finish.
Giffard, founded in Angers, France in 1885 and still family-run, built this liqueur the way it builds everything: from real ingredients. Fresh grapefruit zest is macerated in French white wine vinegar (the vinegar notes are removed during production), then gentian root is blended in for that unmistakable bitter backbone. The result is vivid, refreshing, and genuinely adult — an aperitivo that happens to be 0.0%.
Tasting Notes
- Nose: Fresh, bright grapefruit — sunny and zesty.
- Palate: A perfect balance between sweetness and tartness, with juicy grapefruit at the center.
- Finish: Long and appetizing, with the gentle, lingering bitterness of gentian.
Key Highlights
- ✔ 0.0% ABV — completely alcohol-free non-alcoholic liqueur
- ✔ Made in France by Giffard, family-run since 1885
- ✔ Real ingredients: fresh grapefruit zest macerated in French white wine vinegar, gentian root for bitterness
- ✔ 700mL bottle — built for spritzes, sodas, and zero-proof cocktails
- ✔ Full aperitivo character — sweet, tart, and properly bitter
How to Enjoy
The signature serve is the Non-Alcoholic Grapefruit Spritz: pour 2 oz Giffard Spritz over ice, top with 3 oz tonic or sparkling water (or a non-alcoholic sparkling wine), and garnish with a grapefruit twist and a sprig of rosemary. It also shines simply with soda and a citrus wheel, or as the bitter element in any zero-proof cocktail build.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is it really alcohol-free?
Yes — Giffard Spritz is a 0.0% non-alcoholic liqueur.
What does it taste like?
Fresh grapefruit with a balanced sweet-tart palate and a lingering bitter finish from gentian — the classic spritz profile, without the alcohol.
How should I store it?
Unopened, it keeps up to 18 months in a cool, dry place. Once opened, refrigerate and enjoy within about 5 months.
What can I mix it with?
Tonic water, soda, sparkling water, or non-alcoholic sparkling wine for spritzes — plus fresh citrus, herbs, and your favorite zero-proof cocktail recipes.