| Producer | Faccia Brutto |
| Country | United States |
| Region | New York |
| Style | Amaro |
| Sku | 1148323 |
| Size | 750ml |
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Tasting Notes: Faccia Brutto Amaro Alpino presents a complex, bittersweet profile, featuring prominent notes of cinchona, rhubarb root, and a cooling hint of eucalyptus and spruce buds. The palate is layered and herbaceous, with an earthy core balanced by an uplifting citrus zest and warm spices, leading to an elegant, long-lasting finish that is less sweet and syrupy than many traditional amari. The addition of a touch of salt before bottling rounds out and harmonizes the myriad of sweet and bitter flavors, ensuring a smooth, full-bodied texture that is equally delicious served neat with a twist of lemon or in a cocktail.
Estate History: Faccia Brutto Spirits was founded in 2020 in Brooklyn, New York, by Patrick Miller, a former executive chef who worked in the restaurant industry for over 14 years. Growing up in an Italian-American family in Los Angeles, Miller was influenced by his Italian mother and grandparents, who often had amaro on the table as a digestif. This childhood influence, combined with a decade of recipe development and his extensive culinary experience, led him to create a line of Italian-inspired spirits using organic botanicals, non-GMO neutral grain spirits, and sustainable methods. The company's name, deliberately misspelled from the Italian phrase faccia brutta ("ugly face"), is a playful term of endearment, and the brand is known for its focus on quality ingredients and balanced, traditional flavors.
