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Picon Bière recipe

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Aperitif served cold in a beer mug.

Aperitif Long
Volume 27 cl
Alcohol 6.2 %
Calories 938 kcal
Colour Brown, Orange
Difficulty Easy
Published 09/2026
Prep time 3 min
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Ingredients

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Preparation

  1. Pour the Picon into the bottom of the mug.
  2. Top up with well-chilled lager poured gently.
  3. Do not stir.

Serving

This cocktail is served in:

Tumbler

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History

Picon, created in 1837 by Gaétan Picon in Algeria, became an emblematic aperitif of Northern and Eastern France once paired with beer.

Decoration

Serve without garnish, very cold.

Variation

The "Picon Vin Blanc" replaces the beer with dry white wine.

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Frequently asked questions

What else is Picon Bière called?

The Picon Bière cocktail is also known as picon beer, picon, bitter beer aperitif, northern french aperitif.

Which glass should Picon Bière be served in?

It is recommended to serve this recipe in a Tumbler.

What is the volume of Picon Bière?

The volume of the Picon Bière cocktail is 27 cl.

What is the alcohol content of Picon Bière?

The alcohol content of the Picon Bière recipe is 6.2%.

How many calories are in Picon Bière?

The calories of the Picon Bière cocktail are estimated at 938 calories.

What colour is Picon Bière?

The Picon Bière cocktail is Brown, Orange in colour.

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Excessive alcohol consumption is harmful to your health; please drink responsibly. This cocktail is not recommended for pregnant women.

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Updated on 10/08/2026

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