Sambuca Meletti - 75CL

The hilltop town of Ascoli Piceno stands as a UNESCO World Heritage site, clad in stunning travertine, the gem of Italy’s Marche region. And the jewels don’t stop there.  Distilleria Meletti was founded here in 1870 by Silvio Meletti and famous for its flagship Anisetta Meletti, traditional amari, and regional cordials. Silvio built a custom bain-marie still method to create high-quality local distillates and by late 19th century Meletti was appointed as an official supplier to the Italian Royal Family (King Umberto I).in the late 19th century. 

Nowadays operated by the fifth generation of the Meletti family, they are still tied to their historic roots and Caffè Meletti in the main piazza of Ascoli Piceno.
Sambuca Meletti is a full-bodied, rich Italian liqueur available in a 70 cl bottle with 42% ABV, featuring aromatic anise and delicate floral notes.

Tasting Notes

•    Aroma: Intense aromas of rich star anise, green aniseed, and a subtle background of sweet elderflower.
•    Palate: Full-bodied and velvety with a rich, sweet texture that balances a powerful profile.
•    Finish: Smooth, warming, and long-lasting with a clean, lingering herbal finish.
Serving and Cocktail Suggestions
•    Con la Mosca: Served straight up or over ice, traditionally garnished with three roasted coffee beans representing health, wealth, and happiness.
•    Caffè Corretto: Poured directly into an espresso or enjoyed alongside a demitasse of coffee.
•    Spring Thaw: Mixed with gin and elderflower liqueur, strained into a flute, and topped off with prosecco.

Food Pairings

•    Biscotti: A classic match with crunchy Italian almond or anise biscuits.
•    Dark Chocolate: Enhances the deep, sweet liquorice notes of the liqueur.
•    Citrus Tarts: Cuts through the rich syrupiness with bright fruit acidity.

Distilling Methods

Production begins by crafting an anise seed distillate known as an aniciato, using essential oils extracted from star and green anise. Additional select natural flavourings are infused into the base before the mixture rests in stainless steel tanks for an extended period, ensuring exceptional smoothness before reduction to proof and bottling.