Distiller Notes
Amaro della Sacra is comprised of leaves, flowers, seeds, roots, resins, spices, and barks; some typical of the territory of Piedmont such as gentianella and hops, others more “exotic”, including the vanilla of Madagascar, the green cardamom of the Indies, the myrrh of the Middle East, and the chinchona bark of South America. The amaro is created by macerating the ingredients in grain alcohol and aging until all elements are well incorporated. This cinnamon and clove forward amaro can be enjoyed after meals or mixed in cocktails.
Professional Ratings
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Wilfred Wong of Wine.com
The Antica Torino Amaro Della Sacra offers a bitter/sweet look at life. The nuances of cloves, cardamom, dried leaves, maple syrup, and bitter notes make this an excellent blender for bourbon, rye, and aged tequilas. (Tasted: June 25, 2024, San Francisco, CA)
First prepared by 13th century Italian monks as herbal medicines and elixirs, Liqueurs are distilled spirits that have been combined with flavoring agents. A range of herbs, spices, nuts, fruits and flowers can be used, and a sweetener such as sugar or corn syrup is often added. While typically rather sweet, some examples are herbaceous or tart and pair exceptionally well with desserts or act as a delightful addition to cocktails.