A Taste of France at Home: My French-Inspired Drinks, Treats & Bar Essentials Guide
Explore my curated French Drinks Shop with cocktail kits, French-style glassware, Monin syrups, gourmet treats, and alcohol-free French liqueur and wine alternatives.
Taste France at Home – My French-Drinks Inspired Shop
If you’re craving a little taste of France at home, then this curated shop is just the thing for you.
After putting together my ultimate French Drinks Guide, I wanted to share with you a few simple, cosy, and genuinely useful items that you can shop online and helps recreate those flavours and moments – whether it’s mixing a French-inspired mocktail, sipping something from beautiful glassware, or enjoying a few classic French treats in the comfort of your own home.
Everything here is handpicked, easy to use, and chosen to bring a hint of France into everyday life – Santé!.
A quick note: some of the drinks I talk about in the main guide aren’t linkable on Amazon, so you’ll find alcohol-free alternatives and other French-inspired essentials instead. This page also contains affiliate links, which simply means I may earn a small commission — at no extra cost to you — if you decide to make a purchase. Thank you for supporting my work!)
Home Cocktail Kits
Professional Boston Shaker Set.
If you want something a little more elevated, this Boston-style shaker set feels sleek, sturdy, and very “bartender chic.” It seals beautifully, shakes smoothly, and is perfect if you’re planning to experiment with more cocktails over time.
Ice Sphere Mold Set.
These slow-melting ice spheres instantly make any drink feel more polished. They keep cocktails cooler for longer and add a bit of French cocktail bar elegance to your glass. The perfect little upgrade.
French Wine Glasses & Champagne Flutes
Elegant Champagne Flutes.
A set of lovely flutes can instantly elevate any occasion. These are tall, refined, and perfect for serving anything sparkling: from a classic Kir Royale to a celebratory toast. They add that little touch of French elegance that makes even a simple moment feel uplifting.
French Bistro Wine Glasses.
Sturdy, charming, and inspired by the relaxed vibe of Parisian cafés. These glasses are great for everyday sipping, whether you’re enjoying a glass of wine while cooking dinner or hosting a homely meal. They feel casual but still effortlessly French.
French Food & Gourmet Treats
iGourmet French Cheese Tasting Assortment (Gift Box).
A gorgeous curated selection of authentic French cheeses, thoughtfully packaged and ideal for recreating a little apéro moment at home. This gift box usually includes a mix of soft, creamy, and flavourful cheeses. Pair it with a fresh baguette, some olives, and a glass of wine, and you’ve got your own mini French tasting experience right in the comfort of your own home. This also makes for a wonderful foodie gift.
La Grandes Galette Butter Cookies.
These traditional French butter cookies are beautifully crisp, buttery, and melt-in-your-mouth delicious. The kind of biscuit you’d find in a chic Parisian épicerie. Enjoy them with tea, coffee, or as a simple French-inspired indulgence any time of day.
French Syrups
Monin Mint Syrup (for Diabolo Menthe).
This is the key syrup for creating the famous Diabolo Menthe – a sweet, minty, refreshing drink loved across France. It’s also great in lemonades, iced teas, or homemade mocktails. If you want that light French café feeling, this is the one to start with.
Monin Lavender Syrup.
Soft, floral and beautifully aromatic, this lavender syrup instantly transports you to the lavender fields of Provence. It’s great in iced drinks, summer cocktails, or even drizzled into a simple lemonade. A subtle way to add a French twist to your drinks.
Non-Alcoholic French Sparkling Options
French Bloom – Alcohol-Free Sparkling Discovery Set.
This beautifully curated set from French Bloom is perfect if you want to enjoy the celebratory feel of sparkling wine without the alcohol. The flavours are refined, crisp, and genuinely reminiscent of French sparkling – light and elegant. It’s great for toasting, pairing with nibbles, or simply enjoying something special on a cosy evening at home.
Lyre’s Classico Grande – Non-Alcoholic Sparkling Alternative.
Lyre’s Classico Grande is a fresh, aromatic, and surprisingly sophisticated alcohol-free take on sparkling wine. It has a lovely balance of citrus and floral notes, making it ideal for mocktails, French-style spritz drinks, or sipping on its own. It feels festive and refined but still incredibly easy to enjoy any day of the week.
French Drinks Books – Sparkling Inspiration
Bubbly: A Collection of Champagne and Sparkling Cocktails.
This book is such a gorgeous celebration of all things sparkling. It’s filled with creative, elegant recipes using Champagne, Crémant, Prosecco, and everything in between. Perfect if you love sparkling drinks or want to elevate a simple night in. The photography is beautiful, the recipes are surprisingly easy, and the whole book has that chic, celebratory Paris-meets-New-York vibe. A lovely addition to your home bar or coffee table.
Apéritif: Cocktail Hour the French Way by Rebekah Peppler.
If you adore the French apéro culture, that cosy pre-dinner moment with light drinks and snacks, this book is a dream. It’s full of simple, stylish recipes inspired by real French apéritifs, plus tips, stories, and ideas for hosting in that effortless French way. It’s the kind of book you’ll want to dip into again and again.
