Common questions

What does Montenegro amaro taste like?

What does Montenegro amaro taste like?

Made in Bologna since 1885, Montenegro is the best-selling amaro in Italy (which really says something). Beautifully balanced with more than 40 botanicals, it’s rich on the tongue but not too heavy, with strong flavors of orange and vanilla, just sweet enough to balance its bitter elements.

What type of liquor is Amaro Montenegro?

Unsourced material may be challenged and removed. Amaro Montenegro is a traditional amaro distilled in Bologna, Italy. It is made from a secret blend of 40 botanicals, including vanilla, orange peels and eucalyptus.

How much is a bottle of Amaro Montenegro?

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Vendome Beverly Hills Beverly Hills, CA – 310-276-9463 United States $ 28.99
Angelbeck’s Wine Upper Montclair, NJ – 973-744-1375 United States $ 28.99
Third Base Market & Spirits Grover Beach, California United States $ 29.95

What is similar to Montenegro amaro?

The best substitutes for amaro are Gammel Dansk, Chartreuse, Bonal, and Cynar 70. If you need a no/low alcohol replacement, consider using Chinotto or Angustoro Bitters. Any substitute will provide a different flavor but in most cases, they won’t be out of place in whatever you are trying to make.

What can you do with Amaro Montenegro?

Pour Amaro Montenegro into a tumbler and fill it with a lot of Ice, optional zest of orange. The perfect serve with Amaro Montenegro and tonic water, where the bitter notes of the quinine perfectly balances the bittersweet aroma of the amaro, giving to the drink a long refreshing aftertaste.

How do you serve Amaro Montenegro?

Who owns Amaro Montenegro?

Gruppo Montenegro
E&J Gallo Winery has been named the exclusive US importer for Italy’s Gruppo Montenegro, whose portfolio includes the Italian spirits Amaro Montenegro, Select Aperitivo and Vecchia Romagna Brandy. Gruppo Montenegro’s brands include Amaro Montenegro, Select Aperitivo, Vecchia Romagna Brandy, and Rosso Antico Vermouth.

How do you drink Amaro Montenegro?

Is Amaro Montenegro a digestif?

Amaro, made from herbs, bark, roots, flowers and citrus, means “bitter” in Italian. It’s known as a digestif for its ability to settle the stomach even after a very abundant meal.

What is a good amaro?

All are classic bottles, but we’ve noted some that are better for beginners, others for cocktails and some for seasoned amaro lovers.

  • Averna Amaro. BEST OVERALL.
  • Cynar. BEST FOR BEGINNERS.
  • Amaro Nonino Quintessentia. BEST FOR COCKTAILS.
  • Fernet-Branca. BEST FOR PROS.
  • Braulio Amaro.
  • Montenegro Amaro Italiano Liqueur.