Cynar (ITALY)
Features:
Ingredients: Cynar is produced with a range of herbs and plants as well as artichoke extracts. The full ingredient list is kept secret.
Alcohol Content: Cynar has a relatively low alcohol content of 16.5% in its original version, but there are also versions with higher alcohol content on the market.
Taste Profile: It carries the distinctive bitter taste of artichoke, but also contains sweet and herbaceous notes, giving it a complex and balanced profile.
Appearance: Cynar is a dark amber, slightly cloudy liquid.
Use of:
As an aperitif: Cynar is generally consumed as an aperitif, that is, before meals, as an appetizer.
In cocktails: Cynar is an ingredient used in many cocktails. It adds depth and complexity to other alcohols, especially when mixed with them.
Plain: Cynar is usually served plain over ice or flavored with a slice of lemon.
Popular Cocktails:
Cynar Julep: This cocktail contains Cynar, mint leaves, simple syrup, and a squeeze of lemon juice.
Cynar Spritz: This is made with Cynar, prosecco and a splash of soda water.
Notes:
Cynar is a popular choice as an aperitif or digestif, especially in Italian cuisine.
Cynar provides an interesting and distinctive addition to spirits collections, as there are very few spirits that contain such a primary ingredient as artichoke.
Because of its distinctive taste and aroma, Cynar is a versatile spirit for use both on its own and in cocktails.
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