As we move further into autumn, we are taking advantage of the seasonal abundance of figs. These treasured morsels are only at their freshest for a few months of the year, but inventive Australian liquor distribution company Think Spirits has come up with a clever way to enjoy figs all year long. Figs are distilled and bottled at a 150-year old distillery in France to create Esprit de Figues – an artisan crafted fig liqueur that has just been released in Australia.

Esprit de Figues is a rich, purple liqueur that manages to imbue the freshness of handpicked Violette de Bordeaux figs into a stylish Art Nouveau-inspired bottle. The rich dark liquid softens to a paler shade when poured and mixed, while also giving off a sweet aroma of figs with notes of jam, honey and vanilla. Esprit de Figues is divine when mixed with a dash of champagne or prosecco, but is also your best friend when making cocktails for dinner party guests. Head to the Esprit de Figues website for some tasty recipes, nab a bottle from Dan Murphy’s or sample it at Cru Bar & Cellar, Canvas and Bourbon Street.