Benedictine

Benedictine is one of those liqueurs with a tradition as distinctive as its taste. A closely guarded secret, the recipe is known only to a select few Benedictine monks in Fecamp, Normandy. Their centuries-old recipe is said to contain angelica root, arnica blooms, lemon peels, thyme, caramons, peppermint, cassia, hyssop, and cloves blended and aged in water and cognac spirits.

The DOM on the label stands for Deo Optimo Maximo, meaning "To God, most good, most great." The liquor itself is too sweet to work well as a base for most cocktails, but it's enjoyed as an after-dinner digestif drink, such as the Pousse Café, or as an accent to whiskey and brandy.