Herbal and spice liqueurs have distinct flavors and aromas. Most of these drinks originate from monasteries in Europe, where monks work to create secret recipes that they hand down from generation to generation.

Many of these drinks were originally developed to treat a variety of ailments. Most spice liqueurs feature sweet and bitter notes, with the flavor of the underlying ingredient shining through. Most varieties of spice and herbal liqueurs undergo oak aging to create nutty notes of caramel and vanilla.

If you're looking for an ancient herbal liqueur that uses a well-guarded recipe, reach out for a bottle of green Chartreuse liqueur. This drink is a blend of 130 exotic herbs, and only a handful of monks know the technique to identify and distill this world-famous liqueur. It has herby hints with a sweet flavor, finishing on almost a warm minty note. Green Chartreuse liqueur is a nice addition to cocktails and party drinks. The Last Word is a famous cocktail that uses this herbal liqueur. To make this drink, blend equal parts of gin, green Chartreuse, cherry liqueur and fresh lime.

For a floral and mellow drink, grab a bottle of elderflower liqueur that features select hand-picked elderflowers. This beverage has subtle notes of peach, pear and grapefruit, making it truly delicious. It's a crisp beverage with delicate flavors and a refreshing taste.

For a fiery drink, try a spice liqueur that features pure chilies with a bright and peppery touch. A chili liqueur lets you add a kick to classic cocktails like margaritas, Palomas or daiquiris. Use cinnamon liqueur to build a smooth drink that creates a touch of warmth in blended whiskey drinks.

The diversity of flavors makes these liqueurs an essential component of your liquor library. Shop for your favorite brands of fruit liqueur and spice or herbal liqueurs by searching for Drizly in your city, and look for liquor stores on Drizly near you.