Chinotto liqueur

Reference

Liguria / Italy, Savona / Italy, Southern France

ABV16–25%

Sub-styles

bitter citrus liqueurItalian aperitivoartisanal citrus liqueur

Tasting Notes

Chinotto citrus, bitter orange, grapefruit pith, bergamot hint, herbal bitterness, caramelized sugar, dried citrus peel. More complex bitterness than standard orange — the myrtle-leaf citrus adds a unique aromatic dimension. Clean, refreshing finish.

Brand Guide

Niche category: Nardini Chinotto ($25-35), various Italian craft producers ($25-40). No mass-market leader. For substitution: a Campari-Cointreau split approximates the bitter-citrus profile. The category rewards Italian import sourcing.

Explore Spirits

The Story

Made from the myrtle-leaved orange, a small bitter citrus native to the Ligurian coast of Italy.