Liqueurs

Pernod

Liqueur
40% ABV
1 drink

What is Pernod?

Pernod is a French aniseed liqueur made from distillates of star anise, fennel and other aromatic plants, containing very little liquorice, which distinguishes it from pastis.

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✓You want sweetness, flavour depth and lower ABV in your cocktail.
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✗You want a dry, neutral or high-ABV spirit base.

At a Glance

96 kcalCalories

40%ABV

4.5gSugar

6gCarbs

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Ingredient nutrition is approximate and varies by brand, recipe and preparation.

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What does Pernod taste like?

aromatic, structured, cocktail-ready, flavor-led, balanced structure, aromatic finish, cocktail ingredient context

Pernod profile

Mixability: MediumIntensity: BoldSweetBeginner-friendly: Medium

Best used for: citrus cocktails, dessert drinks, layered shots

High-strength spirit (40% ABV)

aromatic, structured, cocktail-ready, flavor-led, balanced structure, aromatic finish, cocktail ingredient context

Contains alcohol

Bold intensitySweet sweetnessHigh-strength spirit (40% ABV)

Ways to use pernod

Cocktails (1)

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Nutrition per measure

Approx. values for per 30ml / 1 oz.

Calories: 96
Sugar: 4.5g
Carbs: 6g

Per 100ml — 320 kcal · 15g sugar · 20g carbs

Ingredient nutrition is approximate and varies by brand, recipe and preparation.

Drink counts and recipe data are based on published WhatDrink recipes. Figures may vary as new recipes are added.