India, June 22 -- This summer, Air France is unveiling a new cocktail offer available on all its long-haul flights, designed for customers in all travel cabins.
Business Cabin - Quintessence
- Signature cocktail by Matthias Giroud.
- A reinterpretation of the Boulevardier (1920s French classic).
- Blend: French cognac + red Vermouth + Alpine bitter liqueur + fig.
- Served with ice as an aperitif, or neat as a digestif.
- Flavor profile: sweet yet zesty, refined and layered.
Premium & Economy Cabins - L'instant Cassis
- Modern twist on the Kir Cassis, a French aperitif tradition.
- Blend: Chardonnay + Burgundy blackcurrant liqueur + elderflower.
- Best enjoyed with ice cubes.
- Flavor profile: floral, fruity, and sweet.
- Available from July 1, 2025, except on Caribbean/Indian Ocean routes (where punch is served).
La Premiere Cabin - Trio of Signature Cocktails
Presented in a custom-designed box (since March 2025):
- Belle Epoque - reinterpretation of the Negroni, bitter & zesty with orange hydrosol.
- Parfum de France - low-alcohol, wine-inspired (Chardonnay + Muscat), raspberry liqueur, verbena.
- L'Eveil - alcohol-free, cranberry + mint + lime + ginger, tangy and spicy.
Key Themes
- 100% French ingredients.
- Celebration of heritage and innovation in French mixology.
- Extends premium beverage experiences across all cabins, not just Business or First.
This initiative positions Air France as a carrier that doesn't just serve drinks, but curates cultural experiences in the sky.
Published by HT Digital Content Services with permission from Travel Media.