{"product_id":"amaro-montenegro-23-vol-0-7-l","title":"Amaro Montenegro 23% Vol. 0.7 L","description":"\u003cp\u003eDiscover the distinctive character of \u003cstrong\u003eAmaro Montenegro 23% Vol. 0.7L\u003c\/strong\u003e, a traditional Italian herbal liqueur celebrated for its harmonious balance of citrus freshness, aromatic herbs, gentle spices and bittersweet complexity. Crafted in Bologna since 1885, Amaro Montenegro combines 40 carefully selected botanicals to create a remarkably smooth and versatile Italian amaro.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith its signature amber colour and elegant botanical flavour, Amaro Montenegro offers an approachable introduction to the world of Italian herbal bitters. Notes of sweet orange peel, floral herbs and warming spices develop into a pleasantly bittersweet finish, making it equally suitable for enjoying neat, over ice or in classic and modern cocktails.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor Drinkero, Amaro Montenegro is particularly interesting as an alternative to Amaro Nonino in the Paper Plane cocktail. Its softer, more citrus-forward profile adds a distinctive herbal dimension while creating a slightly different interpretation of the original recipe.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAppearance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Warm amber with golden reflections.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAroma:\u003c\/strong\u003e Expressive orange peel, sweet citrus, aromatic herbs and delicate floral notes, complemented by subtle spices.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Smooth and rounded, combining sweet orange, herbal complexity, warming spices and gentle bitterness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Long, aromatic and pleasantly bittersweet, with lingering citrus peel, herbs and subtle caramel-like sweetness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAn Italian Tradition Since 1885\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAmaro Montenegro was created in Bologna, Italy, in 1885 by herbalist Stanislao Cobianchi. Originally introduced as Elisir Lungavita, the liqueur was later renamed in honour of Elena of Montenegro, who became Queen of Italy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInspired by a passion for botanicals and traditional herbal preparations, Cobianchi developed a complex recipe combining carefully selected aromatic ingredients from around the world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMore than a century later, Amaro Montenegro continues to be produced according to its closely guarded original formula.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts unmistakable bottle shape reflects the brand's historic identity and has become one of the most recognisable designs among Italian herbal liqueurs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCrafted from 40 Botanicals\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe distinctive flavour of Amaro Montenegro comes from a secret blend of 40 botanicals sourced from different regions of the world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese include selected herbs, roots, citrus peels, flowers, spices, seeds and aromatic woods. Together, they create the liqueur's characteristic balance of citrus, spice and herbal notes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe production process combines traditional techniques including boiling, maceration and distillation to extract the aromatic properties of the botanicals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe resulting extracts are carefully blended to create six distinct aromatic notes. A final highly concentrated botanical extract known as \u003cem\u003eIl Premio\u003c\/em\u003e completes the signature flavour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis elaborate process gives Amaro Montenegro its smooth, layered character and distinguishes it from more intensely bitter styles of Italian amaro.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat Makes Amaro Montenegro Different?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAmaro Montenegro belongs to the Italian tradition of herbal liqueurs known as \u003cem\u003eamari\u003c\/em\u003e, which combine aromatic botanicals with varying degrees of sweetness and bitterness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCompared with stronger, more aggressively bitter products such as Fernet-Branca, Amaro Montenegro is generally softer, more citrus-forward and more approachable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts flavour features sweet orange, delicate floral notes, herbs and warming spices rather than overwhelming medicinal bitterness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt 23% alcohol by volume, it is also lower in strength than many traditional herbal bitters, making it especially versatile for mixed drinks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAmaro Montenegro can be enjoyed on its own as a digestif, used in refreshing long drinks or combined with bourbon, gin and other spirits to introduce additional botanical complexity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePerfect for Cocktails\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith its balance of citrus, herbs, sweetness and gentle bitterness, Amaro Montenegro works particularly well in cocktails that benefit from additional aromatic depth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePaper Plane Variation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Combine bourbon whiskey, Aperol, Amaro Montenegro and fresh lemon juice in equal proportions. The result is a refreshing bittersweet cocktail with a softer, more floral character than the original Paper Plane, which traditionally uses Amaro Nonino.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMontenegro Spritz:\u003c\/strong\u003e Combine Amaro Montenegro with chilled Prosecco and soda water over ice. Garnish with an orange slice for a refreshing Italian-style aperitif.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMontenegro \u0026amp; Tonic:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mix 50 ml Amaro Montenegro with 150 ml chilled tonic water over ice. Finish with an orange twist for a refreshing long drink that highlights its citrus and herbal character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMonte Mule:\u003c\/strong\u003e Combine Amaro Montenegro with ginger beer and fresh lime juice. The combination of sweet citrus, herbal bitterness and spicy ginger creates a refreshing variation of a classic Mule-style cocktail.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMontenegro Negroni Variation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Use Amaro Montenegro in place of part of the bitter liqueur in a Negroni-inspired cocktail. Its sweeter, gentler character creates a softer herbal interpretation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMonte Manhattan:\u003c\/strong\u003e Combine rye whiskey with Amaro Montenegro and aromatic bitters for a smooth, herbal variation of the Manhattan.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eServing Suggestions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAmaro Montenegro can be enjoyed neat, chilled, over ice or in a wide variety of cocktails.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor a traditional after-dinner serve, pour approximately 40 ml into a small glass and enjoy slightly chilled.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor a refreshing aperitif, serve 50 ml Amaro Montenegro over ice with tonic water and garnish with fresh orange.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor a simple sparkling cocktail, combine 50 ml Montenegro with 90 ml Prosecco and a splash of soda water in a wine glass filled with ice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen using Amaro Montenegro as an alternative to Amaro Nonino in the Paper Plane, begin with the same quantity specified in the recipe and adjust according to taste. Montenegro is lower in alcohol and has a different balance of sweetness and bitterness, so the resulting cocktail will not be identical to the original.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e Montenegro\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProduct:\u003c\/strong\u003e Amaro Montenegro\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCountry of origin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Italy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRegion:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bologna, Emilia-Romagna\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpirit type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Italian Amaro \/ Herbal Liqueur\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEstablished:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1885\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFounder:\u003c\/strong\u003e Stanislao Cobianchi\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBotanical blend:\u003c\/strong\u003e 40 selected botanicals\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlavour profile:\u003c\/strong\u003e Citrus, herbs, floral notes, spices and gentle bitterness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAlcohol content:\u003c\/strong\u003e 23% Vol.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBottle size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.7L (700 ml)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eColour:\u003c\/strong\u003e Amber\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEAN:\u003c\/strong\u003e 8000330001748\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended use:\u003c\/strong\u003e Aperitifs, digestifs, cocktails and long drinks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStorage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Store tightly closed in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight and excessive heat. 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