The Big Book of Amaro

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By Matteo Zed

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The Big Book of Amaro by Matteo Zed delves into the world of amaro, a popular Italian herbal liqueur. This informative book offers a deep exploration of the history, production, and regional variations of amaro. It includes numerous recipes and insights into its cultural significance, providing both novice and seasoned enthusiasts with the knowledge to appreciate and craft their own amaro cocktails.
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You might enjoy this book if you're passionate about exploring the rich world of Italian bitters and liqueurs. This guide delves into the history, production, and versatile uses of amaro, making it an excellent choice for cocktail enthusiasts and those interested in expanding their knowledge and taste palate with unique, complex flavours.

The Big Book of Amaro

An illustrated history, exploration and celebration of the Italian liqueur everyone loves. This gorgeous guide teaches you everything you need to know about amaro, the delightfully complex and bittersweet Italian liqueur. Traditionally a digestif, it’s also used as an element in many modern cocktails and kitchen recipes.

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Amaro, translated literally as "bitter," is an herbal liqueur traditionally enjoyed as a digestif. Delightfully complex and bittersweet, it's also used as an element in many modern cocktails and kitchen recipes. Cocktail designer, spirits writer, and amaro expert Matteo Zed explores amaro's fascinating history (from its origins in medieval alchemy to today's popular renaissance), botanical profiles, and remarkable natural properties.

Zed showcases how best to use amaro behind the bar and in the kitchen, with recipes such as the Golden Mai Tai and Bitter Goat Cheese Risotto. Readers can browse the thorough buying guide with descriptions of bottles from Italy, Europe, and beyond.

A lovingly crafted tribute to an iconic Italian creation, The Big Book of Amaro is an essential experience for all of us with a passion for amaro, mixology, food culture, or all things Italian.

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In The Big Book of Amaro, Matteo Zed expertly delves into the world of the traditional Italian bitter digestif, drawing from his experience as a bar manager in Rome to offer readers a thorough exploration of this iconic beverage.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781682686515

Publisher: WW Norton & Co

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 24 September 2021

Country: United States

Imprint: Countryman Press Inc.

Illustration: 100 color photographs

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 23.0mm

Width: 211.0mm

Height: 264.0mm

Weight: 1180g

Pages: 272

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About the Author

Matteo Zed is a leading amaro expert and the bar manager of The Court in Rome. He was named 2013’s Best Italian Bartender Abroad by Bargiornale. He lives in Rome, Italy.