Amaro, the complex Italian bitter liqueur, is the backbone of some of the most beloved cocktails in the canon, and as it turns out, is one of the most compelling ingredients in the non-alcoholic drink world too. Join The NA Sommelier Juanita Unger and explore the history and world of these botanically complex Amaros and celebrate one of the oldest drinking traditions in the world - the aperitivo hour. In this class you’ll learn how to build both traditional and zero-proof versions of a Summer Shrubby Spritz; Oaxaca Negroni Mezcal; and Paper Plane Bourbon. You'll then put what you've learned into practice in a make your own challenge, where you will team up to craft your own masterpiece. You'll leave with a deeper appreciation for bitterness, botanicals, and the Italian art of the aperitivo, whether your glass is fully spirited or completely free.

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