by Deidre Schipani

Amaro (singular), amari (plural) is a bitter Italian liqueur whose origins go back centuries to the times of herbal tonics and elixirs. Macerations of herbs, botanicals, seeds, roots, barks and spices were blended into grape brandy or wine bases, then aged, filtered and served in small portions as both an aperitivo or digestivo.

Although its more common usage was to begin or end a meal, today it is a welcome complement to spicy foods, charcuterie and fruit desserts. It is also a thirst-quenching addition to a cocktail, such as the Bootsy Collins served at The Belmont.

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