Mari Mayans Hierbas Ibicencas with sprig, 26% ABV, 1 litre vs Ibiza Herbs Aniseta
Both are 26% ABV, 1-litre Ibiza-style hierbas, so the choice comes down to flavor style and price. Mari Mayans is the better-known flagship brand with a golden, anise-forward herbal profile and a sprig in the bottle; Aniseta is a lighter, greener, slightly sweeter pour from a house founded in 1925. Check the latest store prices on both before you commit, since neither listing gives a price here.
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Mari Mayans Hierbas Ibicencas with sprig, 26% ABV, 1 litre
Choose the Mari Mayans if you want the classic Ibiza shot, a golden anise-herb liqueur from the island's best-known producer, and you like a bottle with a herb sprig inside.
- Best-known hierbas ibicencas brand
- Golden color and full anise-herb flavor
- Herb sprig in the bottle
- Works neat, as a shot, or in cocktails
- Anise-forward profile is not for everyone
- No price shown on the listing
What separates them
| Mari Mayans Hierbas Ibicencas with sprig, 26% ABV, 1 litre | Ibiza Herbs Aniseta | |
|---|---|---|
| Producer | Mari Mayans, family firm founded on Formentera, now based in Ibiza | Aniseta, Spanish producer founded 1925 |
| Color | Golden highlights | Light green |
| Flavor profile | Aniseed-forward with fennel, thyme, rosemary, lavender, chamomile, juniper and citrus peel | Anise, herbaceous and fresh, slightly sweet |
| ABV | 26% ABV (52 proof) | 26.0% ABV |
| Bottle size | 1 litre | 100 cl (1 litre) |
| Production | Maceration of botanicals per the geographical-name rules | Infusion and maceration, then cold filtration |
| Serving style | Wine or shot glass after lunch or dinner; also in cocktails | Well chilled, over ice or neat, as a digestif |
| Bottle detail | Includes a herb sprig in the bottle |
Price history
- Mari Mayans Hierbas Ibicencas with sprig, 26% ABV, 1 litre: lowest $24.99 on Nov 2 at Craft Spirits Exchange.
- Ibiza Herbs Aniseta: lowest $42.24 on Nov 2 at Bottle of Italy.
Prices at every store
Mari Mayans Hierbas Ibicencas with sprig, 26% ABV, 1 litre
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Specs compared
| Spec | Mari Mayans Hierbas Ibicencas with sprig, 26% ABV, 1 litre | Ibiza Herbs Aniseta |
|---|---|---|
| Contents | 1.00 l | — |
| Category | Herbal liqueur | — |
| Country of origin | Spain | — |
| Colour | Golden highlights. | — |
| Aromatic Profile | — | Anise, herbaceous, fresh, slightly sweet |
| Ingredients | — | Anise, aromatic herbs, alcohol, sugar |
| Gradation | — | 26.0% |
| Country | — | ES Spain |
| Region | — | Balearic Islands |
What reviewers say
Mari Mayans Hierbas Ibicencas with sprig, 26% ABV, 1 litre
Drinkers who know the style describe it as a sweet, anise-led herbal liqueur that is smooth enough to sip and a fixture of Ibiza after-dinner drinking. It is often compared favorably with other hierbas brands for its balance of herbs and sweetness.
- Smooth, easy sipping at 26% ABV
- Balanced mix of herbs and citrus
- Recognized as a classic Ibiza brand
- Too sweet for some palates
- Strong anise and licorice notes divide drinkers
- Herbal bitterness lingers for those unused to it
Questions and answers
- Which is better for shots?
- Mari Mayans is the classic Ibiza shot and its fuller anise-herb flavor holds up neat. Aniseta works too but is lighter and sweeter.
- Which is sweeter?
- Aniseta, which lists a gentle sweetness in its profile. Mari Mayans leans more on anise and herbs.
- Are they the same strength?
- Yes. Both are 26% ABV and come in 1-litre bottles.
- Which is better over ice?
- Aniseta is described for serving well chilled over ice. Mari Mayans is usually served neat in a shot or wine glass.
- Is one worth paying more for?
- Only if you want the Mari Mayans name and its fuller anise profile. Compare live prices on both before deciding.
- Which is better in cocktails?
- Mari Mayans is explicitly pitched for cocktails and mixed drinks. Aniseta is positioned as an after-dinner digestif.