Amaro

Expert Review

96 Wine Enthusiast | Tawny and bright in the glass, this mellow, bittersweet beauty offers caramel and vanilla, braced by allspice and bitter orange. Although Nonino is best known for its grappas, this amaro, flavored with herbs from the mountains of Friuli, is worth seeking out. Consider it for dessert pairings or an edgy spin on a negroni.

Producer Description 

Born in Friuli, borderland, crossroads of several populations and manifold influences, Roman, Arabian, Celtic, Venetian and Slavic; Amaro Nonino Quintessentia® is the result of the Nonino alchemic art, enriched by important cultural contaminations and great knowledge of botanical varieties also coming from far and exotic lands. 

The name Quintessentia® was chosen to celebrate the alchemic achievement of the purest essence in the generation passage of the family recipe. The cup that stands at the top and center of the label is the Bowl of Hygeia a way to honor the origin of Amaro, historically born as a medicinal remedy.

Explore the Depths of Flavor 

Discover Cocchi Dopo Teatro, an exquisite Italian vermouth amaro that bridges the elegant world of vermouth with the complex bitterness of amaro. Crafted according to Giulio Cocchi's original recipe, this sophisticated aperitif embodies the artisanal tradition of Piedmont's finest vermouth house.

The Cocchi Difference:
Dopo Teatro ("After Theater") is a masterful blend of botanicals and wine, featuring:

• Artemisia (wormwood) as the aromatic foundation
• Rhubarb for tart, earthy complexity
• Quassia wood and chiretta for distinctive bitterness
• Double infusion of cinchona for layered depth
• Barolo Chinato added to the base wine for delicate red nuances and soft complexity

Tasting Experience:
Rich and complex with herbal aromatics, gentle bitterness, and wine-forward elegance. The addition of Barolo Chinato creates a uniquely soft, sophisticated character that's unmistakably Cocchi style—balancing sweet and bitter with remarkable finesse.

How to Enjoy:

• Neat or On Ice: Serve chilled as a contemplative digestif after dinner
• Classic Cocktails: Elevate Negronis, Manhattans, or Boulevardiers with added complexity
• Spritz: Mix with prosecco and soda for a sophisticated Italian aperitivo
• With Dessert: Pair with dark chocolate or hazelnut-based sweets

About Cocchi:
Founded in 1891 in Asti, Piedmont, Giulio Cocchi established one of Italy's most respected vermouth and aperitif houses. Today, Cocchi continues to craft exceptional vermouths and amaros using traditional methods and the finest botanicals, earning acclaim from bartenders and connoisseurs worldwide.

What Makes Cocchi After Theatre Vermouth Unique?

Cocchi After Theatre Vermouth Amaro 500ml is a fine example of artisan craftsmanship. This Vermouth offers the perfect blend of quality ingredients and meticulous production techniques, resulting in a product that stands out in the vermouth category. The harmony of flavors is enhanced by the infusion of rich botanicals and natural coconut, delivering a sweet yet complex flavor profile that is ideal for cocktails or enjoying neat. Whether you're creating a refreshing spritz or an indulgent dessert drink, this vermouth caters to various tastes and preferences, making it a must-have for enthusiasts and casual drinkers alike.

Why Choose Cocchi for Your Collection?

Cocchi After Theatre Vermouth exemplifies quality and tradition rooted in its Italian heritage. Produced by the iconic Cocchi family, this Coconut Vermouth benefits from over a century of knowledge and expertise in creating vermouths that are celebrated worldwide. By choosing Cocchi, you're not just purchasing a bottle; you are investing in a legacy of flavors that tells a story of passion, dedication, and Italian craftsmanship. Add this unique Coconut Vermouth to your collection today and explore the rich tapestry of tastes that it has to offer.

Expert Review - Vintage 2021

The Wine Spectator 93 Points | This offers aromas of dried strawberries, dates, chocolate nibs and cooling spices. Full-bodied, deep and intense, with a core of ripe, succulent fruit and creamy tannins. It’s rich but focused and lingering. Structured and seamless.

Memo Summary Notes

Pair with

Savory: Braised meats (Osso Buco), wild game, or venison with a fruit reduction. 

• Cheese: Strong, pungent cheeses like Gorgonzola, Roquefort, or aged Parmigiano-Reggiano.

• Service Tip: Serve at 17–19°C. Even in a half-bottle, this wine benefits from being opened 30–60 minutes before drinking to let the complex aromas expan

Expert Review

93 Points Wine Enthusiast | Opaque and inky brown, the restrained aroma hints at espresso. On the palate, it's a wash of espresso, hazelnut and cola, with a pleasantly fleeting sweet-ness followed by a long, herbal finish.

Memo Summary Notes 

Averna is an authentic Sicilian amaro with a full body and smooth taste. It’s a multisensorial drinking experience made from the ancient recipe with essential oils of lemons and bitter oranges from Sicily. 

Expert Review

94 Points Tasting Panel | At 46 proof, Montenegro has become one of the leading amari and is extremely popular with mixologists. The sarsaparilla nose is iconic, the palate and experience of bitters and sweets, intertwined with twists and turns, from chocolate to root vegetable to orange zest.

Producer Description 

Soft and silky mouthfeel with a satisfying balance between sweet and bitter notes. Its well- balanced sweetness merges with the other ingredients, fading in a pleasantly bitter finish. Citrus entry with a high level of complexity. Sweet and bitter oranges leave room for motes of lime and mandarin. The herbaceous aroma of marjoram and thyme is gently overcome by spiced, basalmic blends of incense and eucalyptus. Complex roasted notes complete an elegant finish reminiscent of undergrowth and mineral tones. Amber-colored and bright with delicate mahogany transparencies on the outer edges. 

Producer Description 

In memory of grandfather Antonio we celebrate the Return to the Origins with Amaro Nonino Quintessentia by creating a RISERVA which boasts more than 24 months of natural ageing in oak barriques and small casks.

Antonio Nonino, third generation of the family of Distillers, used to keep Amaro Carnia in small wooden casks. Steel was prohibitive. The infusion in contact with wood evolved and was enriched with new notes and new aromas.

Although there is no clear regulation on the aging of liqueurs, in respect of the philosophy that has always accompanied us, aging takes place in a dedicated cellar, under seal and permanent surveillance by the Customs and Monopoly Office: the result is extraordinary!

With great softness, the citrous notes are lessened and it gains great elegance declined in different and enveloping notes. At the beginning autumnal brushwood and moss fragrances that leave way to scents of raisins and passito. Balsamic scents that balance the bitter notes of rhubarb, scent of flamed orange and caramelized vanilla, great persistence and intensity. 

Producer Description

In homage to the visionary Egyptian pharaoh Akhenaten and the opera by Philip Glass that carries his name, we proudly present our premium Amaro. This unique blend features a distinctive recipe that incorporates over 40 carefully curated spices, barks, roots, resins, dried fruits, and nuts, inspired by the ancient Egyptians’ intricate use of botanicals and spices during the mummification process.

With its enchanting aromatic profile, this Amaro reveals notes of cumin, coriander, peppermint, cloves, basil, chamomile, cedar, eucalyptus, and myrrh, among others. Each sip provides a rich and captivating flavor experience that lingers with depth on the palate and evokes a sense of history.

Bloomberg Pursuits recognized our Akhenaten Amaro as one of the 16 Best New Spirits of 2021, earning a spot alongside prominent global brands.

Angostura Amaro di Angostura 750ml

Discover the unique benefits of Amaro di Angostura, a revolutionary product from the legendary Angostura brand. After 191 years as a leader in the bitters market, Angostura has introduced this exceptional potable bitter (amaro) to the world. Amaro di Angostura is revolutionary in many ways - it is the first Amaro to come from a Caribbean island and the first Amaro to utilize bitters as an ingredient within its recipe. This innovative spirit delivers explosive flavors of warm cinnamon and licorice notes, making it a must-have for cocktail enthusiasts and amaro lovers alike.

Angostura Legacy - 191 Years of Excellence

Angostura has been a leader in the bitters market for the last 191 years. The brand, hailing from Trinidad and Tobago, is legendary for its aromatic bitters produced since the 19th century. Known for complex flavors derived from a variety of herbs and spices, Angostura is an essential ingredient in numerous classic cocktails. It only seems natural that they would introduce a potable bitter (amaro) to the market, bringing their centuries of expertise to this new category.

Revolutionary Caribbean Amaro

Amaro di Angostura is revolutionary in several ways:

• First Amaro to come from a Caribbean island
• First Amaro to utilize bitters as an ingredient within its recipe
• Unique Caribbean perspective on traditional Italian amaro style
• Combines Angostura's bitters expertise with amaro tradition

Unique Production Process

A unique set of spices is sourced from around the globe and infused into a high-proof neutral cane spirit through cold percolation. This meticulous process extracts the full aromatic complexity from the botanicals while maintaining the integrity of the flavors. The use of neutral cane spirit provides a clean base that allows the spices and bitters to shine through.

Flavor Profile

Aroma: Complex blend of herbs and spices with warm cinnamon and licorice notes
Palate: Explosive flavors of warm cinnamon and licorice. Deep, aromatic profile with herbal complexity. Bitters character integrated throughout. Rich and warming
Finish: Long, warming finish with lingering spice and herbal notes

Bitters as an Ingredient

What makes Amaro di Angostura truly unique is the incorporation of Angostura's legendary aromatic bitters into the recipe itself. This innovative approach creates layers of complexity that set it apart from traditional Italian amaros, bringing the distinctive Angostura character to a potable format.

Versatile Serving Options

Amaro di Angostura can be enjoyed in multiple ways:

• Neat: Serve at room temperature to appreciate the full complexity
• On the rocks: Over ice for a refreshing digestif
• In cocktails: Adds depth and complexity to mixed drinks
• As a digestif: Traditional after-dinner serving
• With tonic or soda: For a sophisticated long drink

Perfect for Classic Cocktails

While Angostura's aromatic bitters are essential in classic cocktails like the Old Fashioned and Manhattan, Amaro di Angostura opens up new cocktail possibilities:

• Amaro-based cocktails and variations
• Negroni variations
• Whiskey and rum cocktails
• Creative mixology applications
• Sophisticated non-alcoholic beverages when paired with tonic or soda

Essential for Mixology

This versatile amaro adds a distinct flavor that elevates cocktails to new heights. Whether you're a professional bartender or a home mixologist, Amaro di Angostura is not just a mixer but a transformative ingredient that brings cocktails to life. The unique spice notes complement the richness of spirits beautifully, making it ideal for both classic and contemporary cocktail creations.

Practical 750ml Size

The 750ml bottle is a practical choice for bars and home bar setups alike. Its generous size ensures you have plenty on hand for:

• Entertaining guests
• Perfecting cocktail creations
• Exploring amaro cocktails
• After-dinner service
• Building a premium spirits collection

Long Shelf Life & Quality

The iconic Angostura branding makes this an attractive addition to your collection. Moreover, its long shelf life means you can keep it around without worry of spoilage. Having this authentic amaro in your bar is essential for anyone who enjoys exploring the world of cocktails and spirits.

Global Spice Sourcing

A unique set of spices is sourced from around the globe, reflecting Angostura's commitment to quality and authenticity. This global approach to ingredient sourcing, combined with Caribbean production, creates a truly international spirit with distinctive character.

Warm Cinnamon & Licorice Character

The explosive flavors of warm cinnamon and licorice notes define Amaro di Angostura's character. These dominant flavors are balanced by the complex herbal and spice notes from the global botanical blend, creating a rich, warming experience that's perfect for sipping or mixing.

Perfect for Experimentation

Having Amaro di Angostura in your pantry allows you to experiment and discover new favorite recipes. Its unique Caribbean-meets-Italian character opens up creative possibilities that traditional amaros cannot provide. Whether you're exploring classic amaro serves or creating innovative cocktails, this revolutionary spirit delivers exceptional results.

Alchemist Spirits Amer Amaro 750ml

Discover Alchemist Spirits Amer Amaro, a distinctive American amaro crafted in Bloomington, Indiana. This artisanal bitter liqueur showcases the craft and creativity of American distilling, blending traditional amaro-making techniques with innovative local character. Perfect for sipping as a digestif or mixing into sophisticated cocktails, this amaro offers complex botanical flavors and balanced bitterness that appeal to both amaro enthusiasts and those new to the category.

Alchemist Spirits - Bloomington, Indiana

Alchemist Spirits is a craft distillery based in Bloomington, Indiana, dedicated to creating exceptional spirits with artisanal quality and distinctive character. Their commitment to craftsmanship and innovation shines through in every bottle, bringing the tradition of European-style liqueurs to the American craft spirits movement.

American Craft Amaro

This Amer Amaro represents the growing American craft amaro movement, where distillers honor Italian traditions while incorporating local ingredients and creative approaches. The result is an amaro with authentic character and unique American personality.

What is Amaro?

Amaro (Italian for "bitter") is a traditional Italian herbal liqueur characterized by its bittersweet flavor profile. Made by infusing neutral spirits with a blend of herbs, roots, flowers, bark, and citrus peels, amaro has been enjoyed for centuries as a digestif and cocktail ingredient. Each amaro has its own unique recipe and character.

Amer Style

"Amer" refers to the French tradition of bitter aperitifs and digestifs. Alchemist Spirits Amer Amaro bridges Italian amaro tradition with French amer style, creating a versatile bitter liqueur that works beautifully both before and after meals.

Complex Botanical Profile

Crafted with a carefully selected blend of botanicals, herbs, roots, and citrus, this amaro offers layers of complexity. The botanical infusion creates a balanced interplay of bitter, sweet, herbal, and citrus notes that reveal themselves with each sip.

Tasting Profile

Appearance: Rich amber to dark brown color
Aroma: Complex botanicals with herbal, citrus, and spice notes
Palate: Balanced bittersweet character with layers of herbs, roots, and citrus. Medium body with warming spice
Finish: Lingering bitter-herbal finish with pleasant complexity

Versatile Serving Options

Alchemist Spirits Amer Amaro can be enjoyed in multiple ways:

• Neat: Serve at room temperature as a traditional digestif
• On the rocks: Over ice for a refreshing bitter aperitif
• With soda: Topped with sparkling water for a light spritz
• In cocktails: Essential ingredient in classic and modern cocktails
• With tonic: For a sophisticated long drink

Classic Cocktail Applications

Perfect for classic amaro cocktails and creative mixology:

• Negroni variations
• Paper Plane
• Amaro Spritz
• Black Manhattan
• Boulevardier
• Creative craft cocktails
• Bitter aperitifs

Digestif Tradition

Traditionally enjoyed as a digestif after meals, amaro is believed to aid digestion with its bitter herbal properties. Serve neat or on the rocks after dinner to conclude the meal with sophistication and help settle the stomach.

Aperitif Versatility

While traditionally a digestif, amaro also works beautifully as an aperitif before meals. Served over ice or with soda, it stimulates the appetite and prepares the palate for dining.

Craft Distilling Excellence

Alchemist Spirits brings artisanal quality and attention to detail to every aspect of production. From botanical selection to infusion and blending, each step is carefully executed to create an amaro of exceptional character and balance.

Balanced Bittersweet Character

The hallmark of great amaro is balance between bitter and sweet elements. Alchemist Spirits Amer Amaro achieves this harmony, creating a liqueur that is complex yet approachable, bitter yet not overwhelming.

Indiana Craft Spirit

Proudly crafted in Bloomington, Indiana, this amaro represents the quality and creativity of American craft distilling. It showcases how traditional European liqueur styles can be reimagined with American innovation and local character.

Perfect for Amaro Enthusiasts

For those who appreciate the complexity and tradition of Italian amaro, Alchemist Spirits Amer Amaro offers an American interpretation that honors the category while bringing fresh perspective. It's an excellent addition to any amaro collection.

Gateway to Amaro

For those new to amaro, this bottle provides an approachable introduction to the category. The balanced character makes it accessible while still offering the complexity that defines great amaro.

Artisanal Quality

Every bottle reflects the artisanal quality and craft that defines Alchemist Spirits. From small-batch production to careful botanical selection, this amaro is made with the attention to detail that craft distilling demands.

Sophisticated Sipping

Whether enjoyed as a contemplative digestif or mixed into creative cocktails, Alchemist Spirits Amer Amaro offers sophisticated sipping for discerning drinkers who appreciate complex, well-crafted spirits with character and depth.

Winemaker Description 

Enrico Toro Amaro is a liqueur with a perfect balance: not too bitter nor too sweet. With the addition of Centerba 72 herbs, Centerba Toro is present throughout giving this liqueur an intense and unmistakable bitter quality. There is a powerful entry of fresh herbs and clove.

A round mid-palate showing sweet characters of cooked spice and a delightful, fresh mint finish.

Warehouse stored item - please allow three to five business days to fulfill.

Dark ruby red color, it shows notes of red fruit reminiscent of ripe cherry, plum, blackberry, hints of spice, white chocolate and hazelnuts; full-bodied, round and soft, dense and silky tannins of rare elegance and long finish.

Warehouse stored item - please allow two to five business days to fulfill.

Amaro 72 is an amaro with perfect balance: neither too bitter nor too sweet. 

Powerful entry of fresh herbs and clove Round mid-palate showing sweet characters of cooked spice Delightful, fresh mint finish.

Warehouse stored item - please allow two to five business days to fulfill.

Producer Description 

Considered to be Italy's finest Amaro by America's most prominent mixologists, Amaro CioCiaro is a unique liqueur made from carefully selected natural ingredients. Produced from the authentic recipe of Italy's CioCiaro region, Amaro CioCiaro is the primary component of many mixed drinks and is as well delicious when served on the rocks or with a splash of seltzer

Obtained by infusion in hydrated alcohol of a complex variety of aromatic herbs, it offers an intense brown colour and a nose pivoted on a mixture of officinal herbs accom- panied by notes of ink and balm.

Full, balanced taste characterized by a char- ming citrus note and by a pleasant sugar residue which makes this amaro slightly sweet.

Producer Description 

Introducing our most versatile Amaro, affectionately known as our “workhorse.” Crafted to be enjoyed neat or over ice, it also excels in mixology, making it perfect for a variety of classic cocktails and innovative creations.

With delightful notes of rhubarb, angelica, coriander, rosehip, chamomile, bay leaf, and lemon verbena, this Amaro is a true staple for any bar. 

Producer Description 

Aroma balances the intense licorice fragrance with mint and toasted sugar. Bitter flavor with a well-balanced herbal and fruity taste and a pleasant licorice aftertaste. Enjoy straight up, or with ice and soda.

Produced Description 

Italian citrus, ginger, and honeysuckle, with freshness reminiscent of an early morning breeze after a light rain.

Hits the tongue lean and unfolds across the palate with a variety of bitter citrus elements and a medium bodied weight. An elevated, mouth- smacking acidity gives way to layers of zest and pith, but with an underlying sweetness that provides balance and begets another taste.

Unlike the neon shade of other Amaros on the market, Amante’s orange is a beautiful “sunset” color, reminiscent of the Italian golden hour. 

Winemaker Description

Lo-Fi Apertifs Gentian Amaro offers predominant aromas of sweet citrus fruit with hints of ginger, exotic flowers and spices are supported by a framework of cinchona bark and bitter root extracts. Adds refreshing fruit flavors and crisp bitterness to a variety of cocktails. Pairs especially well with sparkling wine and aged spirits.