{"product_id":"amaro-manfredi-70cl","title":"Amaro Manfredi 70CL","description":"\u003cp\u003eVecchio Magazzino Dogonale means Old Customs Warehouse in Italian.\u003cbr\u003eGiacomo, great-great grandfather of current owner Ivano Trombino ran a small, rural warehouse in Consenza, Calabria from the 1850’s that sold farm produce, agricultural goods and crucially, smuggled spirits. In 1871, three English sailors, tired of life at sea arrived and worked here for decades. Their names were Jefferson, Roger and Gil and these are names of some of Vecchio’s finest creations. Legend has it that the Englishmen began distilling here and a long tradition of locally produced spirits was born.  \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe details of this story are lost to time, but what isn’t under dispute is the incredible quality of Vecchio’s drinks.  It’s good country in Consenza with a broad range of local botanicals from sun drenched coastal plains to high altitude mountain terroir and these have enabled Vecchio to produce a fine and varied range of wonderful spirits.  Our suggestion? Try them all!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNose: An inviting and complex aroma leads with deep earthy tones of gentian and aromatic rhubarb. These initial herbal scents blend seamlessly into rich notes of bitter orange and preserved candied citrus peel, rounded off by a subtle hint of spicy wormwood and a distinctive, refreshing balsamic base.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePalate: The entry on the tongue reveals a bold, structured dryness where the tannic properties of quassia and gentian establish a firm bitter foundation. This bitterness quickly harmonises with the bright fruitiness of local Calabrian oranges, introducing a delicate botanical sweetness that balances the spirit perfectly.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFinish: The finale is impressively long, clean, and dry. It leaves trailing, warming hints of dark regional spices, persistent roots, and a lingering touch of sweet liquorice that beautifully softens the final bitter impression.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Description \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAMARO MANFREDI is a beautifully crafted historic Italian digestif bottled at 25% ABV and presented in a traditional 70 cl bottle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEstate History \u0026amp; Distilling Methods\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe recipe itself is a historic formula that has been masterfully redeveloped.\u003cbr\u003eTo capture the true essence of the region, the finest botanicals, including locally harvested liquorice, chinchona, gentian, rhubarb, and native citrus fruits such as bergamot, are hand-selected at optimal ripeness. These plants and fruits are processed using traditional artisan infusion methods, allowing the raw materials to slowly macerate in high-quality alcohol to naturally extract their complex oils, colours, and bittering properties without the need for artificial additives.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eServing Suggestions \u0026amp; Cocktail Pairings\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Perfect Serves\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e•    The Classic Digestif: Pour a 50ml measure neat or slightly chilled into a small tumbler. Express a fresh orange peel over the surface and drop it in to accentuate the citrus oils.\u003cbr\u003e•    On the Rocks: Serve over large cubes of ice at a temperature of 6–8°C to allow the melting water to slowly open up the tighter balsamic and herbal elements.\u003cbr\u003e•    The Calabrian Spritz: Combine two parts AMARO MANFREDI with three parts chilled Prosecco and a splash of club soda over plenty of ice, garnishing with an orange slice.\u003cbr\u003eCocktail Recipes\u003cbr\u003e•    The Black Manhattan: Replace sweet vermouth with AMARO MANFREDI in a classic recipe. Stir 50ml of straight rye whisky, 25ml of Manfredi, and two dashes of aromatic bitters with ice, then strain into a chilled coupe glass.\u003cbr\u003e•    The Bitter Tonic: Pour 40ml of the amaro over cracked ice in a tall glass, top with premium tonic water, and stir gently. The natural quinine in the tonic water elevates the earthy gentian and rhubarb roots.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood Pairings\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe balanced bitter-sweet nature of this liqueur makes it a natural partner for a variety of rich desserts and post-dinner treats. Pair it alongside:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e•    Dark Chocolate Desserts: A flourless cocoa cake or a rich Torta Caprese beautifully mirrors the earthy spice and liquorice profile of the spirit.\u003cbr\u003e•    Citrus Confections: Orange pralines, candied orange peels, or traditional dry pastries contrast elegantly with the deep herbal bitterness.\u003cbr\u003e•    Savory Alternatives: A board of mature, aged hard cheeses provides a wonderful savoury counterpoint to the spirit’s natural sweetness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Caraibi","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55271792640343,"sku":null,"price":31.85,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1010\/5529\/9927\/files\/Manfredi.jpg?v=1791211977","url":"https:\/\/artifexdrinks.com\/products\/amaro-manfredi-70cl","provider":"Artifex Drinks","version":"1.0","type":"link"}