Tasting Notes: This classic Sicilian amaro reveals a viscous, mahogany hue and a complex bouquet of Mediterranean herbs, dried orange peel, and toasted spices. The palate is velvety and full-bodied, balancing honeyed sweetness with a gentle herbal bitterness that suggests notes of licorice, cocoa, and hints of rosemary. A long, warming finish carries nuances of caramel and dark fruit, making it an ideal digestif served over ice with a twist of lemon.
Estate History: The origins of this liqueur date back to 1868 when a monk named Frà Girolamo of the Abbey of Santo Spirito gifted his secret herbal recipe to Salvatore Averna as a token of gratitude. Salvatore began artisanal production in Caltanissetta, Sicily, and the business was later expanded by his son Francesco, who gained royal recognition for the family craft. For over a century and a half, the brand remained under the stewardship of the Averna family until it was acquired by Gruppo Campari in 2014, ensuring the global distribution of this historic spirit while maintaining the original infusion process.
