Amaro with Dandelion Whiskey from La Valdotaine represents a sophisticated and audacious evolution of the distillery's classic alpine amaro. In this version, the wild soul of mountain dandelion meets the noble structure of Whiskey, creating a unique blend that combines the herbal tradition of the Aosta Valley with the art of grain distillation.
La Valdotaine - Amaro with Whiskey "Dandelion"
This special version of Amaro Dente di Leone (Dandelion Amaro) originates from a creative intuition: to enrich the original recipe based on alpine herbs with a significant percentage of Whiskey. The dandelion (Dente di Leone), hand-picked in the Aosta Valley peaks, contributes its characteristic bitter and purifying note, while the addition of Whiskey gives the liqueur a velvety depth and warm nuances of wood and malt. The result is a spirit of great personality, less "sharp" than traditional amari and characterized by a rounder, more mature, and complex aromatic profile. It is a product designed for the most discerning palates and for lovers of sipping spirits.
Sensory Profile In the glass, it presents a deep, very luminous amber-brown color. The bouquet is a fascinating intertwining of aromas: balsamic notes of gentian and dandelion blend with the typical hints of Whiskey, such as vanilla, caramel, toasted oak, and a light touch of smoke. On the palate, the entry is soft and enveloping; the initial sweetness of the Whiskey mitigates the bitterness of the roots, creating a perfect balance. The sip is warm, rich, and structured, with a very long finish that closes on notes of cocoa, licorice, and a pleasant woody recall.
Production and Method Production follows the artisanal methods of the Saint-Marcel distillery. Alpine herbs (dandelion, gentian, yarrow) are infused in high-quality alcohol to extract their medicinal properties. Subsequently, the infusion is expertly blended with selected Whiskey and muscovado cane sugar. The final aging allows the two souls of the liqueur — the botanical and the aged grain — to integrate harmoniously, creating an elegant and smooth sip.
Serving Suggestions This amaro expresses its best when tasted neat at room temperature, preferably in a balloon glass that encourages oxygenation. It is ideal as a luxurious digestif after a meal or as a companion for a moment of relaxation, perhaps accompanied by a piece of dark chocolate. In mixology, it is an extraordinary ingredient for creating "smoky" and structured variations of classic cocktails.
Technical Data
Producer: La Valdotaine
Product: Amaro with Whiskey
Name: Dente di Leone Special Edition
Region: Aosta Valley (Saint-Marcel)
Main Ingredients: Dandelion, Gentian, Alpine Herbs, Whiskey, Muscovado Sugar
Alcohol Content: 34% Vol.
Format: 50 cl / 70 cl
