New Booze: Love Potion No. 9
February 03, 2010
I received a sample of Love Potion #9 to try. This is a liqueur (at least I think it's a liqueur; they've filed it in the "distilled spirit specialty" category, which is sort of like "none of the above") with a cane neutral spirit base, artificially flavored and bottled at 30% ABV.
On the nose it's mango, pear, chocolate, cherry, green melon, kiwi, and apple. On the mouth the chocolate pushes forward first, then orange or tangerine zest. It's sweet but not syrupy, and definitely not as thick as typical liqueurs. This isn't a product of the earth or anything, so it's best not to think too hard about it.
Overall, it might mix well with white spirits like rum and vodka, and make an interesting substitute for triple sec.
Camper,
I LOVE this liqueur! Honestly, there is nothing like it on earth. I only hope they can get good distribution. So many layers of flavour....
Blair
Posted by: blair frodelius | February 03, 2010 at 06:57 PM
I am almost certain this is probably Espiritu del Ecuador just re named and bottled. Either way My go to drink is usually whiskey but this is a very tasty treat to sip on the rocks. I love it. I also hope it can get good distribution and availability because I would love to keep on buying this.
Posted by: Chris | December 03, 2010 at 12:57 AM
where can i buy this liquor? i live in albany, ny! want it for my man for christmas!
Posted by: Leslie | December 09, 2015 at 01:15 PM
I bought a bottle today and I'm looking forward to having some on Christmas. Can't wait.
Posted by: NOEMI RAMIREZ | December 20, 2021 at 09:50 PM
Chris is correct, Ecuador's national spirit, just renamed by US distributor. Found it years ago in a small store in NJ. Been looking for it ever since
Posted by: DaikerJeff | April 07, 2022 at 01:44 PM
What is love potion number 9 the wine cellar in cinnaminson nj has 4bottles
Posted by: Farrah | July 26, 2023 at 09:46 AM