A new report from the Bologna-based economic research institute Nomisma found that in the first half of 2022, the export value of Italian spirit grappa in the US had increased by 57% compared to the same period in 2021.

Although only 3% of the grappa sold abroad is placed in the US market, its star is on the rise. While grappa may not yet have the name recognition of limoncello or amaro, all are part of a €‎135 million Italian spirits market in the US.