artichoke amaro

Reference

Padua / Italy, Northern Italy, Sardinia (craft artichoke amari)

ABV16.5-35%. Ranges from aperitif-weight (Cynar standard) to cocktail-strength (Cynar 70 Proof). Most artichoke amari sit in the lower

Sub-styles

Carciofo amaro (Italian artichoke bitter)Standard-proof artichoke amaroHigh-proof artichoke amaro

Tasting Notes

Artichoke leaf, caramel, dark herbs, vegetal bitterness. Dark brown color. The cynarin bitterness is unique — earthy and green, not the sharp quinine or wormwood bitters of other amari. Standard Cynar is approachably sweet; 70 Proof is drier and more assertive. Finish is medium-long, pleasantly vegetal, slightly caramel.

Brand Guide

Benchmark: Cynar ($18-24, 16.5% ABV). Cocktail Strength: Cynar 70 Proof ($22-28, 35% ABV). Craft: Various carciofo amari ($22-30). Cynar owns the category — 70 Proof was their smartest line extension.

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The vegetable kingdom's contribution to the amaro world. Earthy, savory, and surprisingly approachable.