FOOD NEWS
The French Liqueur That's The Closest Substitute For Chartreuse
BY COURTNEY ISEMAN
The Chartreuse shortage that began during the pandemic is still going strong, but the good news is there’s a close substitute that’s readily available: génépy.
Also known as génépi, genepy, or genepì, génépy is a vibrant herbal liqueur with a yellowish-green color, 45% alcohol content, and herbal, spicy, earthy, citrusy notes.
Chartreuse is unique because it’s made in France by Carthusian monks of the Grande Chartreuse monastery, with over 100 botanicals in a recipe that traces back to 1605.
By comparison, génépy is a bit sweeter with a slightly lower alcohol content, and it incorporates shrubs from the wormwood family, giving it an absinthe characteristic.
However, génépy remains a perfect swap for green Chartreuse because they contain similar ingredients, making it an easy one-to-one substitution in any cocktail recipe.