{"id":684474,"date":"2024-08-19T01:25:00","date_gmt":"2024-08-19T00:25:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.intouchrugby.com\/magazine\/?p=684474"},"modified":"2024-08-19T16:10:01","modified_gmt":"2024-08-19T15:10:01","slug":"enjoy-the-art-of-the-aperitivo-this-summer-with-italicus-rosolio-di-bergamotto","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.intouchrugby.com\/magazine\/enjoy-the-art-of-the-aperitivo-this-summer-with-italicus-rosolio-di-bergamotto\/","title":{"rendered":"ENJOY THE ART OF THE APERITIVO THIS SUMMER WITH ITALICUS ROSOLIO DI BERGAMOTTO"},"content":{"rendered":"

ENJOY THE ART OF THE APERITIVO THIS SUMMER WITH ITALICUS ROSOLIO DI<\/span> BERGAMOTTO<\/a><\/span>\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n

ITALICUS was created by the authority in Italian spirits, Giuseppe Gallo, to bring back the forgotten Rosolio category. With key notes of Calabrian bergamot, ITALICUS is made using the finest Italian
\ningredients to create a sip of Italy. The striking bottle design embodies the history and heritage of Italy\u2019s distinctive regions, whilst telling the story of Rosolio\u2019s time-honoured traditional drinking occasion of Aperitivo.<\/p>\n

ITALICUS is one of the top awarded aperitivos globally. ITALICUS Rosolio di Bergamotto was awarded Best New Spirit 2017 at the prestigious Tales of the Cocktail Spirited Awards, and Top Trending Liqueur Brand by Drinks International in the years from 2019 to 2024.<\/p>\n

Additional awards include: DOUBLE GOLD – World Wine Spirits Trophy 2021; Italian Aperitif of the year GOLD MEDAL – NYISC 2021 and 2016; Tasting GOLD medal 2018, 2019 \u2013 Women & Wine and spirits awards; Best New European Spirit at the Mixology Awards 2017 in Berlin; Best Product at FIBAR 2017; Packaging awards GOLD MEDAL 2017 and Contemporary Awards TROPHY – International Wine & Spirits Competition 2017; Packaging Trophy – Harpers Design 2017; Gold Medal \u2013 San Francisco World Spirits Competition 2017; Platinum Best of Luxury \u2013 Pentawards 2017; Best New Product \u2013 Bar Awards 2016; EXCEPTIONAL quality certificate \u2013 Difford\u2019s Guide 2016.<\/p>\n

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A contemporary reimagining of the classic Italian Rosolio, ITALICUS is perfect for those seeking an elevated Spritz experience, offering a refreshingly citrus yet balanced taste of Italy. Its delicate bergamot
\nand floral aromatics are reminiscent of traditionally fresh Italian scents, making it a sophisticated choice to toast this summer. Grown, harvested, and distilled in Turin, ITALICUS delivers notes of fresh
\nripe bergamot orange, balanced with a light bitter and floral spice. The liqueur\u2019s presentation is as refined as its taste, with a bottle design inspired by Italy\u2019s illustrious architectural history.<\/p>\n

The award-winning bottle\u2019s beautiful design is an impressive staple for anyone\u2019s drinks cabinet and makes for the perfect gift, encapsulating the elegance and charm of ancient Italy, shaped to replicate the ancient Roman columns to the Renaissance\u2019s majestic revival. The base of the unique bottle is shaped like a Bergamot fruit, while the cap is marbled with black and white stripes, inspired by Northern Italian gothic architecture. The delicate blue glass blends with the yellow liquid to create the distinctive aquamarine tones of the Amalfi coast, birthplace of founder Guiseppe Gallo.<\/p>\n

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ITALICUS can be enjoyed in many delicious ways, the traditional signature serve being the ITALICUS Spritz<\/a><\/span><\/span> – an elegant and aromatic long drink topped with Prosecco or Champagne and garnished with 3 green olives to balance the floral aromas with a touch of saltiness. Alternatively, try the ITALICUS Cup<\/a><\/span><\/span> – classically served with tonic and grapefruit soda or as a refreshing Italian twist on the Margarita.<\/p>\n

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ITALICUS Rosolio di Bergamotto<\/strong><\/p>\n

700ml \u2013 20% ABV, RRP: \u00a331.50<\/p>\n

Available from Waitrose<\/a><\/span>, Ocado<\/a><\/span>, The Whisky Exchange<\/a><\/span> and Amazon<\/a><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

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