Description
Amaro Nonino Quintessentia is a premium, 35% ABV (70 proof) Italian herbal liqueur from Friuli, renowned for its elegant, balanced, and bittersweet profile. Based on ÙE® grape distillate and aged in barriques, it features botanicals like orange zest, thyme, and gentian, making it a popular choice for cocktails like the Paper Plane.
Key Details for Amaro Nonino Quintessentia:
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Flavor Profile: Bitter orange marmalade, thyme, menthol, cocoa, and sweet caramel with a gentle botanical bitterness.
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Production: A blend of botanical infusions (gentian, rhubarb, saffron, etc.) and grape distillate that is aged in oak barrels.
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Usage: Best served as a digestif (neat, on ice) or as an aperitif with orange zest, and commonly used in craft cocktails.
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Background: Produced by the Nonino family in Italy and popular for its refined, lighter body compared to more aggressive bitters.
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Versatility: Highly regarded for its complexity, often awarded high scores in spirit challenges, and used in high-end mixology.
