Created by Ausano Ramazzotti in 1815, Ramazzotti can be an apertif or digestive. Made from fruits, roots, spices and medicinal herbs, Ramazzotti is a sweet and strong drink for when conventional drinks won’t cut the mustard.
Amaro Ramazzotti is a classic Italian bittersweet herbal liqueur (amaro) with a secret recipe of 33 herbs, spices, flowers, and fruits, including notes of bitter orange, cardamom, cinchona, gentian, and rhubarb. Established in Milan in 1815 by Ausano Ramazzotti, it is considered the oldest house of amaro.
Key Characteristics
- Flavor Profile: Ramazzotti offers a complex, balanced taste that blends sweetness (notes of dark chocolate, coffee, caramel, and dark berries) with a pleasant, lingering bitterness and citrusy notes (orange peel, blood orange).
- Alcohol Content: It typically has a 30% alcohol by volume (ABV).
- Appearance: The liqueur has a clear, deep bronze-amber color with red and golden highlights.
- Aroma: The aroma is rich with scents of bitter orange peel, gentian root, various spices (cinnamon, cardamom), vanilla, and hints of licorice or cola.
Serving Suggestions
Traditionally, Amaro Ramazzotti is served as a digestif after a meal to aid digestion. It is versatile and can be enjoyed in several ways:
- Neat: At room temperature, to fully appreciate its complex flavors.
- On the Rocks: With ice, often with a twist of lemon peel, for a refreshing experience.
- In Cocktails: It serves as a base or ingredient in various cocktails, such as the classic ‘Milano Torino’ (mixed with Campari) or lightened with a splash of club soda or ginger ale.
Today, Amaro Ramazzotti is widely distributed globally and is owned by the Pernod Ricard group.



