Amaro - Regions & Tasting Notes

Question 1

AVERNA

Answer 1

Region: Sicily

Tasting Notes: Orange peel, baking spice, myrtle, licorice, dried herbs, cola.

Question 2

BORDIGA DILEI

Answer 2

Region: Piedmont

Tasting Notes: Aromatic and floral, with alpine herbs, gentian, rose, and a touch of citrus zest.

Question 3

BRAULIO

Answer 3

Region: Lombardy - Italian Alps

Tasting Notes: Pine, mint, dried herbs, juniper, and a touch of woodsy earthiness.

Question 4

CAPPELLETTI ALTA VERDE

Answer 4

Region: Trentino-Alto Adige – Northern Italy

Tasting Notes: Bright and green with aromas of rosemary, pine, citrus peel, and alpine wildflowers.

Question 5

CAPPELLETTI SFUMATO RABARBARO

Answer 5

Region: Trentino-Alto Adige – Northern Italy

Tasting Notes: Smoky, earthy, and root-driven with aromas of rhubarb, leather, dark herbs, and subtle campfire.

Question 6

CYNAR

Answer 6

Region: Padua – Northern Italy

Tasting Notes: Herbal and vegetal with aromas of artichoke, dried herbs, molasses, and hints of cocoa and coffee.

Question 7

LUCANO

Answer 7

Region: Basilicata

Tasting Notes: Herbaceous, with hints of orange peel, dried fruit, spices, and earthy undertones.

Question 8

MONTENEGRO

Answer 8

Region: Bologna, Emilia-Romagna

Tasting Notes: Sweet and herbal with aromas of orange zest, vanilla, eucalyptus, and dried flowers.

Question 9

NONINO

Answer 9

Region: Friuli Venezia Giulia

Tasting Notes: Rich and aromatic, with hints of citrus zest, herbs, and subtle floral notes. The presence of grappa adds an underlying warmth and complexity.

Question 10

FERNET BRANCA

Answer 10

Region: Milan

Tasting Notes: Rich and aromatic with bold herbal notes, featuring hints of mint, eucalyptus, and a slight medicinal quality, balanced with a touch of spice.