{"title":"Amaro Lucano","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"amaro-lucano-750ml","title":"Amaro Lucano 750ML","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAmaro Lucano 750ML\u003c\/strong\u003e is a classic Italian bitter liqueur bottled at 28% ABV (56 proof) from the Basilicata region of southern Italy. Awarded 93 points by Wine Enthusiast in 2020 and named Italy Herbal Liqueur of the Year at the New York International Spirits Competition that same year, this amaro stands among the most decorated in its category.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuick Facts:\u003c\/strong\u003e ABV: 28%  |  Origin: Pisticci, Basilicata, Italy  |  Style: Amaro (Bitter Herbal Liqueur)  |  Distillery: Lucano 1894 S.r.l.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eProduction \u0026amp; Heritage\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eLucano 1894 S.r.l. has been producing amaro in Pisticci, a small town in the Basilicata region, since the late 19th century. The recipe calls for more than 30 botanicals—among them bitter and sweet oranges, angelica, wormwood, gentian, clary sage, achillea moscata, cardo santo, elder, rue, and aloe. What distinguishes the production is a hot infusion process conducted in thermo-controlled baths at 55°–60°C overnight, a step the distillery calls \"ripening,\" which draws out the citrus and floral character of the botanical blend. The resulting extract then undergoes a five-month aging period with natural stratification: heavier components settle to the bottom, lighter ones rise, and only the middle \"heart\" of the liquid is retained for bottling.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAroma:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cinnamon and cardamom lead, followed by a subtle undercurrent of red fruit and fragrant exotic orange. A secondary layer of walnut oil and sweet herbs rounds out the nose.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTaste:\u003c\/strong\u003e The entry is pillowy and softly sweet, with date syrup, plum, and blackcurrant meeting kola nut and vanilla at mid-palate. As it develops, salted almond, fresh oregano, and candied chestnut emerge alongside a well-balanced interplay of bitter and sweet. Citrus peel and golden raisin provide brightness against the caramel-rich body.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Medium-long and slightly sticky, with espresso bitterness giving way to Seville orange marmalade and lingering complex spice. The bitter-sweet tension holds through the close without becoming cloying.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eHow to Drink Amaro Lucano\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eServed neat at room temperature or with a single large ice cube, Amaro Lucano reveals the full complexity of its 30+ botanicals. A splash of cold sparkling water opens up the citrus aromatics for warm-weather drinking.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBlack Manhattan:\u003c\/strong\u003e The plum-and-espresso depth of Lucano stands in beautifully for sweet vermouth alongside rye whiskey and Angostura bitters.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAmaro Sour:\u003c\/strong\u003e Lemon juice and simple syrup balance the liqueur's bittersweet profile, creating a layered, herbaceous take on the classic sour template.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePaper Plane:\u003c\/strong\u003e Equal parts bourbon, Aperol, and lemon juice with Lucano substituted for a more botanically rich backbone in this modern classic.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eBest For\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAfter-dinner digestivo service alongside espresso\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGifting to Italian spirits enthusiasts or amaro collectors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBuilding a home amaro shelf with an award-winning benchmark\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCocktail exploration for bartenders seeking a versatile bitter liqueur\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does Amaro Lucano taste like?\u003c\/strong\u003e Amaro Lucano delivers a balanced bitter-sweet profile dominated by cinnamon, plum, blackcurrant, and espresso, with a pillowy texture and citrus-peel brightness throughout.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow does Amaro Lucano compare to Amaro Averna?\u003c\/strong\u003e Both are Sicilian-style bitter liqueurs at similar ABVs, but Lucano leans more toward citrus and floral aromatics due to its hot infusion process, while Averna tends toward darker, more roasted and cola-like flavors. Lucano scored 93 points from Wine Enthusiast, placing it among the highest-rated amari in its class.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs Amaro Lucano good for sipping neat?\u003c\/strong\u003e At 28% ABV, Lucano is mild enough to sip comfortably after dinner without ice, and its layered botanical complexity rewards slow, attentive tasting.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhere is Amaro Lucano made?\u003c\/strong\u003e Amaro Lucano is produced by Lucano 1894 S.r.l. in Pisticci, a town in the Basilicata region of southern Italy, where the recipe has been in continuous production since the company's founding.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat foods pair well with Amaro Lucano?\u003c\/strong\u003e Dark chocolate torte benefits from the espresso and cinnamon notes; aged pecorino cheese echoes the nutty, herbal undertones; roasted pork with fennel complements the bitter orange; almond biscotti mirrors the marzipan-like sweetness; and citrus panna cotta highlights Lucano's orange-forward aromatics.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat sizes does Amaro Lucano come in?\u003c\/strong\u003e The standard size is a 750ml bottle, which is the most widely available format in the United States.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs Amaro Lucano worth the price?\u003c\/strong\u003e Amaro Lucano positions as a mid-range Italian amaro, and its 93-point Wine Enthusiast rating, Gold Medal at the New York International Spirits Competition, and five-month extraction process deliver quality that punches well above its price tier.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eWhy Amaro Lucano?\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFew amari can claim both a 93-point Wine Enthusiast score and Gold Medal recognition as Italy Herbal Liqueur of the Year from the New York International Spirits Competition. The proprietary hot infusion at precisely controlled temperatures—followed by five months of stratification aging with only the heart of the extract bottled—gives Lucano a citrus-floral brightness rarely found in the category. A blend of more than 30 botanicals, anchored by bitter and sweet oranges, wormwood, and gentian, produces a complexity that works equally well as a digestivo or as a cocktail ingredient. For a category filled with heritage brands, Lucano's combination of documented critical acclaim and distinctive production technique makes it a serious benchmark.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Amaro Lucano","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44836633247913,"sku":"15231","price":29.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0680\/1024\/6313\/files\/amaro-lucano-750__85679.jpg?v=1730464583"}],"url":"https:\/\/theliquorbarn.com\/collections\/amaro-lucano.oembed","provider":"The Liquor Barn","version":"1.0","type":"link"}