A Rich Italian
WHILE CELEBRATING THE CULTURE OF ITALY, AMARO MONTENEGRO BRINGS VERVE TO COCKTAILS
t by Anthony Dias Blue / photos by Doug Young
he mere mention of Italy usually conjures images of lush rolling vineyards, Renaissance castellos and, of course, full glasses of robust wine. Yet
don’t sell the boot-shaped peninsula short. Against the background of the ubiquitous wine grape is the equally potent world of Italian spirits.
DEPARTMENT HEADER Legacy
Eddie Diaz, one of four owners of Roberta’s in Brooklyn. “Amaro
Montenegro is so complex and has so many flavors—it’s one of the most rewarding things to get into.”
august 201 1 / the tasting panel / 69
