Beaujolais, FR
Type, Red / Co-Ferment
Grapes, Gamay, Herbs, Clementine Peel, Ash Leaves, Apples
Alc. 6%
Year, 2021
Size, 750ml
Serving: Cold (6–11°C)
About: Based on an old normandy drink made from fermented ash leaves.
Frenette is a slightly alcoholic drink made from fermented ash leaves. It is an ancient drink, which may have been made in Gaul around the time of the Romans, originating in Northern France and Belgium. This "cider" was still widely made in Normandy in the 1950s and 60s, but has now virtually disappeared.
They add clementine, herbs, gamay juice to it. It tastes dry, with a tea like quality. Very tasty, refreshing and unusual!