French trademarked aperitif (6)

I believe the answer is:

pernod

(Other definitions for pernod that I've seen before include "Brand of pastis" , "A liqueur flavoured with anise" , "French aperitif" , "Aperitif flavoured with aniseed" , "Ponder on anis drink" .)

I've seen this clue in The Guardian.

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