The Fond de Culotte Is France’s Beloved Off-Menu Aperitif
PUNCH
AUGUST 2, 2024
The Fond de Culotte, also known as Suze-cass, is a bittersweet French aperitif of Suze and cassis that's available off-menu at Paris bars.
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The Fond de Culotte, also known as Suze-cass, is a bittersweet French aperitif of Suze and cassis that's available off-menu at Paris bars.
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