Henri Bardouin is a French producer of premium pastis based in Forcalquier, in the Haute-Provence region, where the tradition of distilling aromatic plants dates back to the late 19th century. The brand is produced by Distilleries et Domaines de Provence, whose origins date to 1898, while Pastis Henri Bardouin itself was introduced in 1990 as a premium expression of Provençal pastis-making tradition. It is named after Henri Bardouin, a former owner of the distillery and an expert in aromatic and medicinal herbs who played a key role in developing botanical recipes inspired by the local flora. Unlike most traditional pastis, Henri Bardouin is crafted from more than 65 carefully selected herbs, spices, and botanicals sourced from Provence and other parts of the world, including star anise, licorice, thyme, rosemary, sage, cardamom, tonka bean, and pepper. Each botanical is individually macerated and distilled to preserve its distinctive aromatic qualities before being blended according to a closely guarded recipe. The production process is carried out slowly and with great attention to detail to achieve a balanced and highly complex flavor profile. Thanks to its remarkable botanical complexity, Henri Bardouin is widely regarded as one of France's finest artisanal pastis. In addition to being traditionally served diluted with cold water, it is also used in contemporary gastronomy and cocktails for its layered herbal character and aromatic depth.