COUNTRY:
Italy

REGION:
Calabria

HISTORY:
Licorice Elixir, made by Essenza Mediterranea, is a Calabrian liqueur with very intense aromas and a rich, persuasive taste. It is made in the area of Altomonte, in the province of Cosenza, from a plant that is very common in the wild flora. Licorice is a shrub typical of the eastern area of the Mediterranean basin and Asia, which has always been known for the aromas of its root. This ancient plant met in Altomonte the culture of herbal elixirs, a heritage of monks who arrived from Greece and Sicily since the 11th century. Thus was born a tradition that continues to yield exceptional liqueurs.

RAW MATERIAL:
Licorice Elixir liqueur was born within the walls of a Calabrian producer, who decided to give voice to the excellence his land, through a range of labels made with a spirit and process of craftsmanship. Essenza Mediterranea has been able to stand out in the panorama of traditional liqueurs, precisely because of these characteristics of strong identity and recognizability. Preparation begins with the selection of the raw material, consisting of roots of the licorice plant. Once the washing and cleaning phase is over, the wood is cut and processed, which in the final stage, involves a slow and long infusion in alcohol, so as to concentrate all the scents and aromas. At this point the liqueur rests for a short time and is bottled for sale.

BOTTLE SIZE:
500ml

ALCOHOL CONTENT:
26,00%

CHARACTERISTICS:
The Elixir of Licorice produced by Essenza Mediterranea is a black nectar of extraordinary expressive purity, which gives the intoxicating sensation of walking between the blue sea and the warm sun, on a path punctuated by the presence of the wild shrubs of the Mediterranean scrub. It is a true sensory journey into the most authentic heart of Calabria.

APPEARANCE AND APPEARANCE:
To the eye it is dark ebony in color and almost impenetrable. The bouquet is dominated by the intense and soft scent of licorice, enhanced by fresh balsamic nuances, hints of officinal herbs and helichrysum. The sip is dense and velvety, with a deep and enveloping licorice aroma. The finish is harmonious and very persistent.

BOXED: NO

Made in Italy

Producer's Data and Address:

Essenza Mediterranea

via C. L. Giacobini 133 | ALTOMONTE - CALABRIA

Registered Office | Via Vincenzo Monti,14 - 20123 Milan, Italy