Amêndoa Amarga Amarguinha 70cl.

Amêndoa Amarga Amarguinha is a traditional Portuguese liquor, especially from the southern region, Algarve. It is an excellent digestive, so it feels great as the finishing touch to a meal, replacing Port or Muscat. It can be taken with a splash of lemon, spreading citrus on the edge of the glass or placing a small piece of lemon inside. Awards and recognitions:

Gold Medal - ‎International Spirit Award

10,21€ VAT included

SKU	LI210102
Format	70cl
Alcohol	20.0%
Producer	Companhia das Quintas
Country	Portugal

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Description

PREPARATION

The Amêndoa Amarga Amarguinha liqueur is made from the best almonds available in the south of Portugal, known as bitter almond or "amendoa bitter", which are rigorously selected and subjected to a traditional distillation process following an ancient recipe for bitter almond liqueur. Its production ends with a maturation period that takes place in barrels that give the final touch of stabilization and richness of flavors and aromas to the liquor. This brand is the original "Amarguinha" and was created by the late Filipe de Brito.

TASTING

View: Pale caramel color.

Nose: Aroma of bitter almonds and hints of vanilla and lemon.

Mouth: Unctuous, fresh, soft and with good volume. With a persistent finish, notes of almonds and sweet touches.

Winemaking

The Amêndoa Amarga Amarguinha liqueur is made from the best almonds available in the south of Portugal, known as bitter almond or "amendoa bitter", which are rigorously selected and subjected to a traditional distillation process following an old recipe for bitter almond liqueur. Its production ends with a maturation period that takes place in barrels that give the final touch of stabilization and richness of flavors and aromas to the liquor. This brand is the original "Amarguinha" and was created by the late Filipe de Brito.

Tasting notes