Vecchio Amaro del Capo is a classic Italian amaro from Calabria, best known for a boldly spiced, herb-driven profile lifted by soft citrus freshness. It’s made by Distilleria Caffo, a family-owned producer rooted in Southern Italy and widely regarded as a flagship name in Calabrian liqueur tradition. Caffo is especially associated with a style built around local botanicals—herbs, roots, and citrus taking center stage.
On the palate, Amaro del Capo is typically rounded and aromatic: orange and citrus peel up front, followed by layers of Mediterranean herbs, licorice root, gentle bitterness, and warming spice. There’s a clear sweetness, but it’s balanced enough to remain highly approachable—even for amaro newcomers.
Serving
Traditionally enjoyed ice-cold (often straight from the freezer) as a shot or digestif.
Also excellent as a long drink with soda or tonic and a slice of citrus.
In cocktails: an easy way to add an herbal-bitter twist to a spritz-style serve or as a component in a sour.
