Bitter Extra Strong 'Roger' Vecchio Magazzino Doganale

The Bitter Extra Strong "Roger" is an artisanal excellence produced in Calabria by the Vecchio Magazzino Doganale. A bitter without compromises, dedicated to those who love strong flavors and intense aromas. Obtained through the infusion of citrus fruits, herbs, and spices typical of the Calabrian lands, without the addition of additives, the Bitter Extra Strong "Roger" offers a sip dense with Mediterranean fragrances, with a pleasantly bitter finish. It is excellent to enjoy neat, for those who prefer purity and strong flavors, or it can be mixed with other ingredients to create original drinks.

The Bitter "Roger" is an artisanal product, born from a skillful selection and choice of typical botanicals from Calabria, carried out by the Vecchio Magazzino Doganale, located in Montalto Uffugo, north of Cosenza. It is produced according to an ancient recipe, which involves the use of grain alcohol, wheat, corn, and barley, along with a series of botanical infusions. The mother infusion is based on Gentian, Quassia, and Coriander, while the separate infusions are prepared using a a wide range of botanicals, which with their particular aromas enrich the complexity of the bitter: Bergamot from Roccella Ionica, Bitter Oranges from Bisignano, IGP Lemon from Rocca Imperiale, China, Gentian, Quassia, and Carlina. The final result is harmonious, but also decisive, dry, and persistent.

The “Roger” Vecchio Magazzino Doganale is a suitable choice for those who prefer bitters with a dry, deep, and strong personality, thanks to the use of Calabrian citrus fruits and local botanicals, which enhance its territorial character. In the glass, it has a rather intense and dark red color, with a slightly cloudy appearance due to the lack of filtration. The bouquet gives us very intense aromas, with notes of citrus, floral nuances, hints of underbrush, small red berry fruits, spices, and herbs typical of the Mediterranean scrub. The finish is very persistent, with a slightly bitter closing.