We first discovered the iconic Italian amaretto Disaronno Originale on holiday in Greece many moons ago, and it’s fair to say that it left a lasting impression!
We didn’t realise quite how old it was though, until a press release popped into our inbox at the end of last year.
Born in Saronno in 1525, legend has it that the recipe for the liqueur began as a gift from an innkeeper to Renaissance artist Bernardino Luini.
Fast-forward five centuries and its distinctive Murano-crafted square bottle has done the artist proud, even boasting a claim to its own Louvre credentials, having once been displayed in the famous art museum in Paris.
The brand is currently marking its big birthday in style with the release of five limited-edition bottles, each inspired by a core value — Elegance, Passion, Beauty, Style, and Dolce Vita.
Best enjoyed over ice or shaken into a Disaronno Sour or Spritz, this anniversary comes complete with bespoke cocktails created by mixologist Richard Delahoyde, one of which – Stile – we reproduce below.
Cin cin to 500 more!
Words: Martina Murray
STILE
INGREDIENTS
- 20ml Disaronno
- 30ml Tia Maria Cold Brew, Coffee Liqueur
- 50ml Fresh Espresso
METHOD
Add all ingredients to a shaker with ice, shake and fine-strain into a coupe glass.
Garnish with coffee beans.
Enjoy!
