Bitters and bitters by Fulvio Piccinino

PRODUCTS MADE IN ITALY

Italy is the country of the Amaro. Here, in fact, it has taken on the dimensions of a true end-of-meal ritual and represents the ideal starting point of the evening among friends. Just as Bitter has become synonymous with and a staple of the aperitif.
Products that can accompany the whole day: hot, neat or on the rocks, they demonstrate a versatility unique in the liquor scene, becoming ideal companions to vermouths and spirits in mixing.

PRODUCT HISTORY AND ANALYSIS

The book analyzes the origins of bitters and bitters, explaining the transformation that led them from pharmacy shelves to bar shelves, becoming the "little medicines of healthy men."
Through reading alchemical and Renaissance texts, manuals of distinguished liquor makers, both Italian and foreign, and publications from the post-World War II period, one discovers their incredible evolution.
These pages also trace the changes in society and its consumption styles through the many images and suggested cocktails. Spices and herbs, the technical terms of liquor making, the main European schools, and historical and modern production methods will have no more secrets.

THE AUTHOR: FULVIO PICCININO

Fulvio Piccinino is a bartender expert in merchandising and mixing. He teaches in hotel schools and holds seminars at the University of Gastronomic Sciences in Pollenzo. He is the administrator of the website saperebere.com and inventor of the permanent seminar Experience Vermouth.
With his books, he vows to bring to light the history of Italian liquor making, which has long been unjustly forgotten.

THE PUBLISHING HOUSE: GRAPHOT

The Graphot publishing house is known for its publications dedicated to territoriality, historical roots and cultural traditions. It publishes books on cooking (traditional and km 0), sports (cycling and soccer), essays and hiking guides (itineraries for families with children, of different difficulties and little known).