Painted illustration of a bottle of Meletti

Balanced & Complex bittersweet, herbal amaro

Meletti

Marche amaro built on saffron and gentle anise

Historical Context

The Meletti house was founded by Silvio Meletti in Ascoli Piceno in 1870; the amaro follows a formula he perfected around the turn of the century.

What Does Meletti Taste Like?

Soft and perfumed, with saffron and anise leading a delicate, lightly sweet body and a faint violet note. The bitterness is gentle, making it one of the more floral amari.

Recipes with Meletti

Use Meletti as a Substitute

In place of Bonal Gentiane-Quina
In place of Fernet Branca

FAQ

What is Amaro Meletti made of?

Amaro Meletti is built on a blend of herbs and spices including saffron, anise, and gentian, finishing soft and lightly sweet. It bottles at 32% ABV. The recipe comes from Ascoli Piceno in the Marche region of Italy.

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