Baliva Ferro China (700ml)

Produced from a recipe dating back to 1894 formulated by Dr. Ernesto Baliva in Rome, this is slightly less bitter than other similar Ferro Chinas on the market. The infusion based on cinchona bark and endowed with the properties of iron has been awarded 8 gold medals.

Tasting note: Opaque raw umber / black with burnt sienna edges. Attractive, delicately bitter scents of earthy gentian / orris root over hints of grapefruit and citrus zest. Silky, semi-sweet entry preludes a medium bodied, grapefruit, bitter peel and gentian delivery; Minerally and very gently bitter to finish. Hints of mineral and dried herb in the aftertaste. Good bitter / sweet balance. 21% Alc./Vol.

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Pallini is one of the oldest and most important companies in the Italian drinks industry. Established in 1875 by Nicola Pallini in Antrodoco, a small village in the center of Italy, it moved to Rome in the 1920s. Nowadays Pallini exports its product to over 35 countries. Their portfolio includes a wide range of liqueurs for professional and domestic pastry cooking.