Genziana Chiarino originates in one of the most enchanting locations of the imposing Gran Sasso: the Valle Chiarino, a true natural sanctuary nestled between the majestic Monte Corvo on one side and Monte San Franco on the other. This breathtaking landscape offers the perfect stage for the growth of a plant with ancient origins—the gentian—whose name derives from Gentius, the last King of Illyria, who reigned between 180 and 168 B.C. and was the first to discover and appreciate its extraordinary properties.

The gentian is a plant with a millennia-long history, used by the Greeks to combat fever, thanks to the purity and genuineness of the medicinal properties in its root. Characterized by a bitter taste and a sweetish aroma, the root is carefully cleaned of excess soil, cut into pieces, and left to dry in the sun until it reaches its characteristic yellow color.

The roots of Genziana Chiarino are then infused with wine for an extended period, giving life to a liqueur loved and consumed throughout Abruzzo. This authentic digestif draws its power from the roots themselves, which contain a variety of active principles, including genziopicrin, which stimulates the stomach’s digestive function and promotes the secretion of gastric juices, and amarogenzin, one of the most bitter substances known.

With its characteristic amber color and intense bitter taste, Genziana Chiarino is the ultimate digestif, an essential presence on every table. Its richness perfectly complements the typical Abruzzese menu, making it an ideal complement to a satisfying meal.