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Amaro

Italian bitter liqueurs with centuries of history. Made by macerating herbs, roots, flowers, and citrus peel in neutral spirit, amaro ranges from the gentle bitterness of Aperol to the intense, medicinal complexity of Fernet-Branca. Essential for the Paper Plane, the Black Manhattan, and dozens of modern classics.

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Styles & Brands

Italian Amaro

A broad category of Italian bitter liqueurs — from light and approachable to intensely bitter and medicinal. Each amaro has its own proprietary blend of botanicals.

  • Amaro Nonino

    Light, fruity, and gently bitter with notes of orange, saffron, and herbs. The most approachable amaro — essential for the Paper Plane.

  • Fernet-Branca

    Intensely bitter and medicinal with notes of mint, myrrh, and saffron. An acquired taste — sip it neat as a digestif or use it sparingly in cocktails.

  • Averna

    Rich and sweet with notes of caramel, citrus, and herbs. More approachable than Fernet — excellent in a Black Manhattan or a Toronto.

Amaro Cocktails