Pamplemousse rose (pink grapefruit) liqueur
ReferenceLoire Valley / France, Florida / USA (grapefruit source)
ABV16–20%
Sub-styles
citrus liqueurbitter fruit liqueurFrench crème
Tasting Notes
Pink grapefruit, bitter pith, ruby red citrus, tart sweetness, light floral, clean citrus oil. More complex than orange — grapefruit's bitterness adds depth. Pink varieties are sweeter and less aggressive than white grapefruit. The natural pink color is the visual signature.
Brand Guide
Primary: Giffard Crème de Pamplemousse Rose ($20-25) — the benchmark. Alternative: Combier Pamplemousse ($22-28). Craft: artisan grapefruit liqueurs ($25-35). Budget: generic grapefruit liqueur ($12-18). Giffard dominates because the quality is consistent and the price is reasonable.
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The Story
Pink grapefruit's bitter-sweet character captured in a French liqueur format.