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Gamondi Amaro Digestif Liqueur (1000ml)ITALY$84. 99Bottle$1019.88 DozenABV: 27%A specialty characterised by the traditional cold maceration of herbs and plants to achieve a balance between sweet and bitter. In this expression from Gamondi, 29 herbs and aromatic roots are left to macerate in two separate infusions: The first lasts about 40 days and includes roots, herbs and barks that give the bitter tones, such as gentian, rhubarb, wormwood, cape aloe and cinchona. The second process takes about 30 days. Herbs, flowers and peels added during this phase contribute aromatic, sweet and spicy notes. In particular, the peels of sweet and bitter orange, mandarin, vanilla, mint and cinnamon stand out. Comes with two glasses in a handsome presentation box. 27% Alc./Vol.
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Mr Black Coffee Amaro (700ml)New South Wales, AUSTRALIA$79. 99Bottle$959.88 DozenABV: 28.5%This special edition Mr Black is inspired by the aromas and flavours common to both coffee and amaro: fruit, spice and herbs. Fourteen botanicals are employed including orange, lemon, lime, gentian, angelica, coriander, lime and grapefruit. Head distiller Philip Moore explains, “Amaro is essentially a botanical drink, similar to a gin or absinth, so blending that idea with the specialty coffee craftsmanship of Mr Black was something I really enjoyed developing.” The result is a modern interpretation of the caffeinated cocktail, ideal for mixing with soda, tonic or enjoying neat after a meal. Tasting note: Burnt umber with sienna edges. Fresh coffee beans, fruity dark chocolate, a touch of jaffa and orange peel on the nose while cocoa and citrus peel complement strong roasted coffee accents in a silky, gently bittersweet delivery. Chocolate box, coffee and sweet spices continue through the finish. Ends with hints of coffee, gentian and bitter peel reigning in the mid palate sweetness. 28.5% Alc./Vol.![1026885_1.jpg]()
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Nardini Amaro Digestif Liqueur (1000ml)Bassano, Vicenza, ITALY$99. 99Bottle$1199.88 DozenABV: 31%Closure: CorkAn invigorating after-dinner drink which can be served straight, chilled or with crushed ice and a slice of orange.
Tasting note: Pours a viscous sienna brown with a gold ochre hue. Offers up attractive scents of sarsaparilla, citrus peel and chocolate liquorice bullets. A supple, creamy entry leads into a silky smooth palate that's unexpectedly choc-peppermint like with undertones of sarsaparilla and citrus peel. A mild bitterness rounds things off before concluding dry, faintly herbal, fresh and menthol like. A delicious, broad appeal Amaro with the bitter notes toned down. 31% Alc./Vol.
Other reviews... Mixologists will love this deep brown amaro for adding complex, sophisticated flavors to cocktails. Bold, warm dark-chocolate notes meld with a minty, herbal, palate-cleansing finish, and a surprisingly but mellow sweetness tempers the forward bitter notes. Lovely and light bodied. 94 points
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Original EXQ Harvest Blend Digestif (700ml)Mornington Peninsula, Victoria, AUSTRALIA$99. 99Bottle$1199.88 DozenABV: 40%Made from a select blend of 34 aromatic botanicals that undergo natural maceration and distillation in a copper still, made by the Carl company in Germany. Following distillation the blend is aged in oak barrels from the Barossa Valley. Tasting note: Flawless pretty deep brassy gold colour is moderately viscous. An intoxicating and sophisticated bouquet unfolds notes of peppermint, chamomile tea, thyme, turmeric, sweet oregano, cinnamon and more. Soft and creamy on entry building with terrific length, the mid palate bursts with vibrancy and complexity in a beautifully harmonised amalgam of sweet spices and dried herbs. Lavender? Orange zest? Finish hints at turmeric, peppermint, chamomile tea and delicately bitter gentian ending clean, lingering and long. A superb potpourri of flavours. Australia's answer to Chartreuse? 40% Alc./Vol. Note: slight variations in colour may occur between batches.![17857495344_1.jpg]()
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Petrus Boonekamp L'Amaro Digestif Liqueur (700ml)ITALYReduced from $89.99$69. 99Bottle$839.88 DozenABV: 45%'Petrus' digestif liqueur is named after Petrus Boonekamp's opera of 1777 and infused with vegetable substances picked from all the continents, especially selected for their digestive qualities. Among the key herbs used in the recipe is galingale (alpina officinarum), a perennial plant originating from China and India. The part of the plant used is the rhizome, extracted from the ground in autumn, washed and dried. Widely used in pharmacy as eupeptico aromatic and calminative, its flavour is pleasantly bitter-spicy. No tasting notes available.![50066685_1.jpg]()
Poor Toms Xmas Negroni (700ml)Sydney, New South Wales, AUSTRALIA$59. 99Bottle$719.88 DozenABV: 25%Closure: CorkMarrickville’s favourite Gin distillers have crafted a new, seasonal Negroni, for celebrating Christmas in style. Xmas Negroni combines Sydney Dry Gin, Imbroglio Amaro, and pudding-spiced butter vermouth.
Tasting notes from Poor Tom’s suggest candied fruit with buttery pain aux raisins, balanced by classic Christmas spices including cinnamon, clove, nutmeg and ginger. Serve straight from the bottle over ice with an orange slice. 5000 bottles produced. 25% Alc./Vol.
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Ramazzotti Amaro Digestif Liqueur (1000ml)Milan, ITALY$89. 99Bottle$1079.88 DozenABV: 30%Closure: Screw CapAn Italian Herbal liqueur, Ramazzotti is classed as a medium style amaro, meaning bitter.
The style indicates a balance of bitter, sweet and citrus elements with the alcoholic content varying around 30%. Made from a blend of roots, herbs, orange peel and anise, serve this traditional liqueur straight, on the rocks, or soda twist for a great summer drink.
Note: Label may vary based on stock and it might say Ausano, Felsina or Fratelli Ramazzotti. Product is no different.![2123456_1.jpg]()
Ratzeputz Ginger Spirit (700ml)GERMANY$84. 99Bottle$1019.88 DozenABV: 58%Popular in Germany, Ratzeputz contains extracts and distillates of root ginger. It was first created in 1877 by Peter Weidmann, a distiller in Celle. In that town, the Lüneburg Heath region and its surrounding area, Ratzeputz's appealing ginger flavour has garnered a steady following. Contains no additives, no sugar or any kind of additional flavours. 58% Alc./Vol.![Riga Black Balsam Currant Digestif (500ml)]()
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Riga Black Balsam Currant Digestif (500ml)Riga, LATVIA$39. 99Bottle$479.88 DozenABV: 30%An intriguing spirit that's been produced from an eclectic array of ingredients (24 in total, of which 17 are botanicals.) These include linden blossom, birch bud, valerian root, raspberry, bilberry, and ginger as well as nutmeg and black peppercorn. A brief maturation period follows in oak barrels.
Riga's pharmacist created the basic recipe for this drink in the 18th century. Today its composition is supplemented with natural black currant juice along with ginger. Enjoy Riga Black Balsam Currant pure or in refreshing cocktails.
Tasting note: Viscous, autumn leaf brown with rust-red edges. Like a sloe gin, this offers attractive raspberry and black currant aromas refreshed by gentle acidity. The concentration is good too - initially creamy with semi sweet, juicy, ripe red berry and spice flavours followed by subtle bitter herbaceous notes late in the aftertaste. An old world classic. 30% Alc./Vol.
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Riga Black Balsam Digestif (500ml)Riga, LATVIA$39. 99Bottle$479.88 DozenABV: 45%An intriguing spirit drink that's been produced from an eclectic array of ingredients (24 in total, of which 17 are botanicals.) These include linden blossom, birch bud, valerian root, raspberry, bilberry, and ginger as well as nutmeg and black peppercorn. A brief maturation period follows in oak barrels. It pours an eye-catching, glycerous, burnt sienna brown with a gold ochre hue. The prickly aroma is as at once appealing as it is mysterious; An unlikely combination of iced coffee, raw sugar, dried berries, quince paste and cocoa that just works. The palate is initially semi-sweet, followed by a bittersweet surge of spice; flavours of cherry cola and sarsaparilla make this almost Amaro-like. The finish is properly bitter followed by a tannic, tea leaf aftertaste and a cocoa / bitter herbal fade. Enjoy it straight up, on the rocks, or mixed in a variety of cocktails. Latvians tell us it goes nicely with berry juice or in coffee. Otherwise, drink it as you would a digestif. 45% Alc./Vol.
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Santa Maria Novella Elisir Stomatico Liqueur (500ml)ITALY$99. 99Bottle$1199.88 DozenABV: 38%Tasting note: Pours a viscous, eyecatching autumn leaf red with bright gold ochre edges. Well-defined bouquet features powerful scents of marzipan, ginger bread, clove, cinnamon, fresh linen and later dried herb and fruit notes. Oily entry with an exotic, off-dry amalgam of herbal tea, incense, myrrh and fruit tart concluding gently tannic, with muted lavender potpourri in the aftertaste. Excellent persistence. A fascinating, complex cornucopia of unusual flavours that works. 38% Alc./Vol.![Amaro Tutone (700ml)]()
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Amaro Tutone (700ml)ITALY$84. 99Bottle$1019.88 DozenABV: 34%This premium Amaro comes with a serious history, having been produced at the one location in the old historical centre of Palermo since 1813. A key ingredient is aniseed. The appearance is one of the deepest, thickest going, reflected in the aromatics which are richer, heavier, less citrus-driven and more in the sweet spice - dried fruit to old tawny spectrum; Cola nut, moist fruit cake, fruity dark chocolate and hints of orange zest are beautifully integrated; the palate is lush, delicately bitter and long with gentian, herbal teas, mixed dried peels and dark chocolate featuring through the finish - though the highlight here is the seductive texture. A luxurious after-dinner Amaro straight up, or try it over ice with an orange garnish. 34% Alc./Vol.
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Underberg Herbal Bitters Digestif (3 x 20ml bottles)Zurich, SWITZERLAND$8. 99Bottle$107.88 DozenABV: 44%Closure: CorkHubert Underberg founded his company in 1846 in Rheinberg (and was married the same day!) The business is now into its fifth generation and continues to market its product exclusively in dose size phials wrapped in brown paper. The Underberg Herb Girl featured in the brands packaging is Christiane Underberg, the wife of the present head of the firm.
The bitters is made to a formula of over 43 choice aromatic herbs. Several months maturing in Slovenian oak casks add to its complexity and allow the flavours to harmonise. The blend of costly active ingredients and quality alcohol are designed to stimulate both appetite and digestion. Recommended after a heavy meal.
Packaged in boxes of 3 x 20ml. bottles. 44% alc./vol.
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Watra Herbata Goralska Digestif (500ml)Bielsko-Biala, POLAND$46. 99Bottle$563.88 DozenABV: 40%Closure: CorkPours a deep sienna brown / gold ochre with a slightly glycerous appearance. Initial pass offers fruit cake like scents, followed by suggestions of cream soda and Turkish delight. An exotic sniff, however, the aromatics flatten out significantly after a minute or two in the glass. On the palate, a soft, warming spirit is combined with a creamy mouth feel with semi sweet flavours of cocoa, vanilla and Turkish Delight. Concludes clean and dry with good length. 40% Alc./Vol.
