Lillet Blanc, which originally was called Kina Lillet, has changed a bit over the years. I never got to try the original Kina Lillet which was apparently much more bitter and more in line with how Cocchi Americano Bianco tastes, but this version is certainly very drinkable, albeit a bit boring.
The nose is very floral, with some citrus notes. On the palate, I get lemon peel and sweetness. It's a touch too sweet for my liking. The finish has just a hint of bitterness, but not much, it's very smooth, but not all that exciting and pretty short.
I think the one thing I can say about Lillet Blanc is that it's not offensive in any way. Unfortunately, it is nowhere near as complex or exciting as Cocchi Americano Bianco. Adding this to cocktails is probably the way to go, although having this on the rocks with a lemon peel isn't a bad option either. I would love to know how the original Kina Lillet tasted because this just seems very muted.
18.0
USD
per
Bottle
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