Pavan Liqueur de France
Pavan Liqueur de France is a 36-proof (18% ABV) 750mL French liqueur crafted from small Muscat grapes grown in the AOC Frontignan appellation of southern France, fortified as a vin de liqueur, aged 1–2 years in oak casks dating back to the 19th century, and finished with Mediterranean orange blossom. Named for the 16th-century peacock dance and bottled in an art-deco blue decanter, it earned four stars from Paul Pacult in the Spirit Journal, per retail listings. It is available to order online at Del Mesa Liquor, San Diego, CA.
- ABV: 18% (36 proof)
- Size: 750mL
- Style: Muscat vin de liqueur + orange blossom water, 1–2 years in century-old oak casks
- Origin: Frontignan, southern France — produced by Louis Royer SAS
- Awards: four stars, Spirit Journal's Paul Pacult (retail-reported)
The Floral Alternative to Elderflower Liqueur
Pavan arrived as a serious answer to St. Germain: instead of elderflower, its floral notes come from orange blossom water folded into a fortified Muscat wine — the base is Muscat grape juice fortified with Muscat eau-de-vie before fermentation converts its sugars, locking in the grape's natural sweetness and aroma. The century-old casks add depth without heaviness, and the citric, wine-like acidity keeps the palate fresh. See the Pavan collection and the liqueurs shelf at Del Mesa.
Tasting Notes
Pale golden, intensely fragrant — ripe Muscat grape, fresh orange blossom, honey, and potpourri on the nose. The entry is lush and sweet with juicy Muscat and honeyed depth; mid-palate brings a welcome citric acidity and bright lemon-zest over the floral core. The finish is medium with lingering sweetness and soft grape-skin florals.
How to Enjoy
Sip it neat or on ice as an aperitif, splash it into Champagne for an instant cocktail, or build a sangria with sparkling water, ice, and fresh fruit. It also mixes with tequila, gin, vodka, and cognac.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Pavan like St. Germain?
Same idea, different flower — where St. Germain uses elderflower, Pavan gets its floral notes from orange blossom plus Muscat grapes, with a wine-like acidity and oak-aged depth.
How should I serve Pavan?
Neat or on ice, in a sangria with sparkling water and fruit, or splashed into Champagne — it is designed as a versatile aperitif liqueur.
What does "Pavan" mean?
It is named for the 16th-century European court dance of the peacock — a nod to the liqueur's showy blue bottle.
Add a little French elegance — order Pavan Liqueur de France online from Del Mesa Liquor, San Diego, CA.