A few types of amaro
• Amaro Nonino (grappa-based), $42
• Cardamaro (cardoon), $20
• Cynar (artichoke), $19
• Fernet Branca (mint), $26
• Luxardo Amaro (vegetal), $20
• Rabarbaro Zucca (rhubarb), $25
A few uses of amaro
• Straight as after-dinner drink
• With soda or tonic as an aperitif
• Add fernet to cola (an Argentinian specialty)
• Use in Manhattans, Negronis or other classics (adjust vermouth levels as desired). For a Negroni, use standard amount of vermouth, subbing out Campari (which is essentially an amaro itself) or gin.
• Substitute for nonpotable bitters, such as Angostura and Peychaud's