Ricard Pastis de Marseille is a French pastis-style aperitif—that is, a liqueur flavored with anise and licorice that is typical of Provence. It has a herbaceous, bittersweet profile and an intense aroma of star anise, fennel, and licorice. It is traditionally served very cold or diluted with cold water, usually in a ratio of about 1 part pastis to 5 parts water, resulting in an opalescent and refreshing drink, perfect as a summer aperitif or digestif.