A family-owned French company has developed a range of traditional liqueurs exclusively for Waitrose.

Gabriel Boudier of Dijon, renowned for its Crème de Cassis, has created the ­Classic Liqueurs Collection, which comprises cherry and apricot brandies, Curacao Triple Sec and Crème de ­Menthe, all packaged in 50cl 19th century-style bottles.

The liqueurs, which have no artificial flavours, colours or additives, are priced from £9.39 to £10.69.