Tasting Notes: Genepy is a traditional local herbal liqueur made in north-western Italy (in Piedmont, and the Val d’Aosta), and on the other side of the border in south-eastern France. Genepy is the local name for a herb... Read More

Tasting Notes: Rossa Amara is an infusion of blood orange peels, fresh herbs, and sugar with the tradition of using zero additives. A perfect digestif with a bright and golden finish. Enjoy neat, on the rocks, or as an excellent... Read More

Tasting Notes: The Amaro dell’Etna has its roots on the slopes of Mount Etna in Sicily where more than twenty-six herbs and aromatic plants grow. Its special recipe embodies the volcanic nature of Sicilian soil and even... Read More

Tasting Notes: The perfect aperitif, Aperol's signature bright orange in color and unique bitter-sweet taste deriving from a secret recipe has remained unchanged since its creation. This infusion of many herbs and roots in... Read More

Tasting Notes: The interplay of components here is distinctive and delicious. An excellent balance of sweet and bitter. Their Vermouth di Torino Bianco is infused with over 30 botanicals, including nutmeg, coriander, fennel seed,... Read More

Tasting Notes: The Bordiga Vermouth di Torino is a light, red vermouth, characterized by its botanical aromas with notes of cinnamon, baking spices and cola. Perfect on its own or in cocktails with lighter spirits.... Read More

Tasting Notes: The Caffo Grappa is fierce, fruity and fiery, you might think this is southern Italy's version of moonshine, pulled right off the still. It has a long, fruity finish and an appealing buttery texture.... Read More

Tasting Notes: Vecchio Amaro del Capo has a delicate and aromatic taste that also adapts well to more delicate palates, not used to Bitter drinks and remember, as the best Calabrese tradition says, they should be drank frozen... Read More

Tasting Notes: A staple for all mixologists, intense bitter red fruit aromas with herbaceous undertones, made according to tradition with alcohol, water, aromatic herbs, plants, fruit, Campari is perfect to sip on as an aperitif... Read More

Tasting Notes: The term Sfumato derives from the italian word for smoke fumo. It is traditionally associated with a style of Renaissance painting characterized by subtle transitions between areas of dark and light. This speaks... Read More

Tasting Notes: Pasubio is a true taste of the Dolomite Mountains in the Trentino region. On a base of rich aged wine you’ll find notes of blueberries, pine and smoke, together with bitter alpine herbs. It is rare among amari... Read More

Tasting Notes: The numerous aromatic plants that go into the recipe of Antica Formula are extracted by hot infusion or cold extraction methods handed down through the centuries, depending on the raw material. These methods, along... Read More

Tasting Notes: The genuine Americano aperitif, Cocchi Americano, has been in production since 1891. It is based on an all-natural recipe containing white wine, sugar, alcohol-infused herbs and spices, especially Artemisia flowers,... Read More

Tasting Notes: Cocchi Americano is an aromatized wine created in 1891 by Giulio Cocchi and since then produced without interruption according to the original recipe. The name “Americano” is both due to the alcohol... Read More

Tasting Notes: Cocchi Vermouth di Torino is a collective heritage of Piedmont, which sees in the royal Savoy court as first big promoter of a product which, mainly starting from the late XVIII century, generated a flourishing... Read More

Tasting Notes: Bright and aromatic with notes of sweet and bitter orange, tamarind, and Mediterranean herbs like juniper and rosemary. Red berry and floral hints add depth.

Tasting Notes: The Elena Penna is a classic London Dry Gin made by the Vietti family in Piedmont with a slight local twist. The infusion is all natural and includes juniper berries from the Maritime Alps in Piedmont, almonds,... Read More

Tasting Notes: Branca Menta is a minty take on the bitter classic Fernet Branca. The backbone is still very herbal and bittern, but it is refreshed with a tantalizing mint aroma. Try it alone or in a cappuccino for an Italian... Read More

Fernet’s backstory actually has roots — no pun intended — in naturopathic medicine. Or, more accurately, the unlikely crossroads where centuries of naturopathic medicine collide with robust capitalism. Fernet-Branca... Read More

Tasting Notes: The base of the Fletcher Acobia Bitter is made of an infusion of 13 botanicals with organic Arneis wine. Pleasantly bitter, with cherry cola, orange peel and a plethora of other distinct flavors make this an excellent... Read More

Tasting notes: The Bitter Rosso Spinto is a liqueur characterized by a bitter, citrusy profile, ideal for crafting timeless cocktails like Milano-Torino, Spritz, Negroni, or Americano. Its flavors of gentian, orange, and sweet... Read More

Tasting Notes: Italicus is initially reminiscent of high end triple sec, and can be used as such, however with further reflection and tasting reveals itself to be so much more complicated than a simple cocktail additive. Orange... Read More

Tasting Notes: Handmade in small batches, blending wines from the Lake Garda area and single botanical macerations, Elisa Carta, an Italian sommelier, crafts this Aperitivo from a diverse array of ingredients found across the... Read More

Amaro Lucano was created in 1894 from a secret recipe that has been handed down from generation to generation in the Vena family. Thanks to the skilful blend of more than 30 herbs it has a decisive taste that is perfect for all... Read More

Tasting Notes: Well-rounded in taste, a fragrant aroma and a hint of vanilla in the end are all characteristics that distinguish Luxardo Amaretto. Brilliantly suited to use in classic cocktails such as Amaretto Sour it can also... Read More

Tasting Notes: The base spirit in the Luxardo Amaro Abano is infused with herbs and botanicals among them being cardamom, condurango, cinnamon, cinchona and bitter orange peel. Medium bitter and a staple of the Veneto region.... Read More

Tasting Notes: Luxardo Bitter Bianco shares the same infusions of bitter herbs, aromatic plants and citrus fruits with Luxardo Bitter. Before the blending process however, most of these infusions are distilled, process which turns... Read More

Tasting Notes: The Luxardo Maraschino Originale has a bouquet with bitter black cherry fruit that is wonderfully balanced. The color is clear. The palate is sweet and resonates with tastes of cherry compote and cherry preserves.... Read More

Tasting Notes: The Malfy Gin Con Limone has lemon zest and juniper and is soft on the finish. Take your aperitivo hour to the Mediterranean coast with a classic cocktail that tastes of a summer in Italy. Malfy Gin Con Limone uses... Read More

Estate History: Established in 1906 in Moncalieri, just outside of Torino–an area famed for the production of fine wines and spirits–Torino Distillati is still run by the Vergnano family. Distilled with juniper, coriander... Read More

Tasting Notes: Fresh and fruity with citrous notes and scents of soft fruits, lightly bitter. The unmistakable sun yellow color is given only by the infusion of botanicals at low temperature to preserve its fragrances, tastes... Read More

Tasting Notes: Pallini Limoncello is the most Italian of drinks. Limoncello in general, has long been Italy's favorite liqueur. It first became fashionable a century ago, with the zest of fresh lemons being steeped in sugar... Read More

Tasting Notes: Paolucci Amaro Ciociaro was created by Vincenzo Paolucci in 1873 shortly after his move from the nearby Italian region of Abruzzo to Sora in Ciociaria and the Liri Valley, which is rich in herbs and spices such... Read More

Tasting Notes: Ramazzotti Amaro is made from a secret, 200-year-old recipe. This blend of 33 herbs, spices, flowers and fruits from all over the world, gives this Amaro intensely bright and balanced flavor. Try it chilled, over... Read More

Tasting Notes: There are few Amari out there that we could sit and finish the whole bottle after a meal but the Sangallo Amaro Camatti is one. At only 20% ABV this bright, minty Amaro from Liguria is nimble and clean, with a perfect... Read More

Tasting Notes: “Something special, without exaggeration.” This was the request of the Savoy ladies, the pride and pleasure of the bourgeoisie, who would frequent Turin’s Art Nouveau cafés. The Vermouth... Read More

Tasting Notes: Varnelli Anice Secco showcases strong, persistent aromas of aniseed develops into a fragrance of wild fennel, dill and cumin, enriched with floral scent. On the palate it is all-enveloping, full-bodied, medium dry,... Read More

Tasting Notes: Vulcanica is brimming with Sicilian charm. The light filtration process helps retain all of the nuanced flavors of the ancient grains growing around Mount Etna.