Washington Liquore alle Arance

Description: crafted using a meticulous, all-natural "rural" method. Unlike mass-produced liqueurs that rely on industrial extracts or brief 5-day shortcuts, this artisanal amaro requires 11 to 12 months of preparation and marinating time.

Ingredient Sourcing: Every botanical is harvested by hand at peak seasonal ripeness. The primary ingredient—the Washington Navel Orange—is sourced from specific agricultural plots (specifically parcel 674 of Bisignano) managed by the company in Calabria, Italy.

Separate Infusions: (The "Maceration Protocol") Rather than tossing all the ingredients into one tank, the producers process its botanicals separately to respect the extraction timeline of each unique plant tissue: The Citrus Blend: Fresh peels from Washington oranges, sweet oranges, bitter oranges, lemons, and grapefruits are soaked in high-proof grain alcohol (typically around 80% ABV) for exactly three days to extract the essential, vibrant citrus oils without pulling bitter compounds from the white pith. The Bitter Botanicals & Spices: Earthier roots and seeds like Enula (elecampane) root, Chiretta, and coriander are crushed and infused separately in varying alcohol strengths for longer durations to slowly extract deep, bittering agent notes.

Thermo-Refrigerated Infusion: During the blending phase, the producer utilizes a precise, slow thermo-refrigerated technique kept between 5°C and 10°C. This cold extraction stabilizes the delicate, fresh citrus profile and prevents the volatile fruit aromas from cooking or oxidizing, ensuring the finished amaro retains a bright, zesty character.

Blending and Sweetening: Once the individual hydroalcoholic infusions are complete, they are masterfully married to

Tasting Notes: Opens with candied citrus and aromatic herbs, settling into a smooth, balanced finish that elegantly bridges sweet and bitter