Amaro Scoccia
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30% ABV | Carob and Orange Blossom Infusion | 50 cl Bottle
🍽️ Taste Intensity: 4/5 (Warm, toasted, and floral) | 🎯 Ideal for: Meditative digestif, creative pastry making, lovers of enveloping flavors.
The Warmth of the Sicilian Land: Toasted Notes and Blooming Scents
Rural landscapes and island citrus groves blend together in a deep brown sip. Created by the La Scoccia brand, this liqueur is born from the revival of an ancient fruit deeply rooted in our tradition: the Sicilian carob. By processing its fleshy pulp in perfect synergy with the ethereal delicacy of zagara (orange blossom), we obtain a drink that captures the sweetest and deepest soul of our land, capable of providing an enveloping tasting experience and a long-lasting aftertaste.
Ingredient Analysis and Taste
- 🌳 Sicilian Carob Pod: The main ingredient that gives the liqueur a natural roundness, releasing distinct hints of toasted cocoa, date, and dark honey.
- 🌸 Orange Blossom (Zagara): The floral component lightens the impressive structure of the carob, lending a delicate scent and an aromatic freshness that refines the palate.
- 🌿 Selected Herbal Infusion: Adds a slight herbal backbone that cleanses the mouth and supports the alcohol content (30%), balancing the sweet notes.
- 🧑🍳 Authentic Extraction: The use of the actual pod and flowers, combined with a touch of natural caramel, guarantees an intense color profile and an olfactory bouquet significantly superior to industrial preparations based on synthetic flavorings.
Product Sheet
| Brand | La Scoccia |
|---|---|
| Product | Amaro Scoccia Karat |
| Format | 50 cl |
| Alcohol Content | 30% ABV |
| Main Ingredients | Water, alcohol, sugar, natural flavors, Sicilian carob, orange blossom, caramel, herbal infusion. |
| Allergens | Not indicated on the label among the ingredients. |
🍷 The Taste Ambassador recommends:
In our tradition, the carob is considered the "chocolate of Sicily." Although Amaro Scoccia Karat is excellent served chilled as a digestif, my advice to capture all the floral nuances of the orange blossom is to enjoy it cool, but not frozen. Pair it with a square of 70% dark Modica chocolate: the bitterness of the raw cocoa incredibly enhances the liqueur's caramel notes. Also, try it in the kitchen: pour a spoonful directly over a scoop of vanilla or hazelnut gelato for a quick and highly refined dessert.
- Luca Mauro Consoli
Complete the Experience
- 🛒 Dark Modica Chocolate PGI: The perfect local match to contrast the toasted and honeyed notes of the carob.
- 🛒 Artisanal Almond Pastries: The ideal dry pastry to accompany a meditative tasting.
Quick FAQs
What does carob actually taste like?
The carob pod has a naturally sweet, earthy, and toasted aromatic profile. It very closely resembles the taste of cocoa, ripe dates, and molasses, but without containing caffeine.
Can I use it to make cocktails?
Absolutely. Its warm, floral structure makes it an excellent base for twists on great classics. Try it in place of syrups or bitters in a Sicilian-inspired "Old Fashioned" to add depth and orange blossom aromas to the drink.
What You Receive
- 📦 One (1) 50 cl bottle of Amaro Scoccia Karat, sealed to preserve all its natural aromas.
Important Information
- 🌡️ Storage: Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight.
- ⚠️ Safety: Alcoholic beverage (30% ABV). Sale and consumption are reserved exclusively for adults of legal drinking age. Please drink responsibly.
Bring the toasted and floral essence of Sicily to your glass. With Etnaly-Shop, your bottle is carefully packed in special shockproof wine boxes to ensure fast and absolutely safe shipping to your home.
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