From Sparrow’s amaro list, Braulio is a classic alpine Italian amaro, oak aged and built around a secret blend of mountain botanicals ($12 by the pour, or $18 for a larger pour).
About Braulio Amaro
Braulio was founded in 1875 by Francesco Peloni, the son of a pharmacist and chemist, in Bormio high in the Valtellina region of the Italian Alps. This oak-aged amaro is built on a closely guarded recipe of alpine herbs, roots, and berries, of which only four are publicly known: gentian, yarrow, juniper, and wormwood. After maceration, the amaro spends an extended period aging in oak, which rounds out its bitterness and adds depth. The mountain setting is part of the story, as the same crisp, herbal alpine character that defines the region comes through clearly in the glass.
Tasting Notes
Braulio is deeply aromatic and herb-forward, with the bracing alpine bitterness of gentian and wormwood balanced by woody juniper and a clean, almost minty lift. The oak aging softens the edges and brings a warming, slightly resinous depth that makes it a wonderful after-dinner sipper.
What to Pair It With
Alpine amari like Braulio shine as a digestivo. Sip it neat after dinner, ideally alongside an espresso, or enjoy it as a thoughtful close to a meal of American Wagyu steak or the Sparrow-Smoked Rack from the Sparrow menu. It is right at home as a nightcap in our 21+ lounge. Our daily happy hour runs from 3 to 5 PM if you would rather start the evening early.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Braulio Amaro from?
Braulio is an alpine Italian amaro founded in 1875 in Bormio, in the Valtellina region of the Italian Alps. It is oak aged and made with a secret blend of alpine herbs, roots, and berries including gentian, yarrow, juniper, and wormwood.
How much is a pour of Braulio Amaro at Sparrow?
At Sparrow in Kirkland, Braulio Amaro is $12 by the pour, or $18 for a larger pour.
Find it on the Sparrow beverages menu near the Amaro Nonino and the Brucato Woodlands. We are in Kirkland’s Juanita neighborhood on the Eastside, so reserve a table and come sip it.