Amaro Nonino Quintessentia, Liqueur, Italy (35%, 70cl)

Amaro Nonino Quintessentia is a refined Italian herbal liqueur produced by the Nonino family in Friuli. Built on a grappa distillate base and infused with botanicals such as gentian root, rhubarb and citrus peel, it is known for its elegant balance between bitterness and sweetness.

At 35% ABV, it delivers layered herbal depth without becoming aggressively bitter. Expect orange zest, warm spice, light caramelised notes and a structured but rounded finish where bitterness gently lingers rather than dominates. On a sweetness scale it sits balanced bitter sweet, leaning slightly towards the richer side rather than sharp or medicinal.

Beyond sipping neat or over ice, Amaro Nonino is a key component in the modern classic Paper Plane cocktail, where it provides the bittersweet backbone alongside bourbon, Aperol and fresh lemon juice.

A versatile amaro that bridges traditional Italian digestivo culture with contemporary cocktail craft.