Top 3 Local Herbal Liqueurs
in the Valtellina

Amaro Bràulio is a brand that embodies the tradition, authenticity, and unique alpine identity of the Valtellina valley. Its story began in 1826, when pharmacist and botanist Francesco Peloni created a secret recipe based on more than twenty mountain herbs, roots, and berries. Production started in 1875 in Bormio, where, almost 150 years later, the process of crafting this amaro still takes place in the historic cellars of the Peloni family. Bràulio stands out among Italian liqueurs for its distinctly herbal character, fresh menthol notes, and harmonious balance of bitter and sweet tones that reflect the natural environment from which it originates. The brand has remained true to its roots while adapting to modern markets, preserving traditional methods and its recognizable visual identity. Today, Bràulio is not just a drink but an ambassador of alpine culture and lifestyle, with initiatives such as Casa Bràulio in Bormio, where visitors can experience the brand’s full story through cellar tours and tastings.Expand

Bràulio is an Italian amaro that was created in 1875 by Francesco Peloni, a chemist from Bormio who was an expert in medicinal herbs from the alpine Valtellina region. Although the recipe and the exact ingredients are kept secret, it is known that the drink is made with the infusion of various herbs, roots, plants from Valtellina such as gentian root, wormwood, juniper berries, and achillea. The botanicals are dried and ground before they are added to the alcohol infusion. Springwater and sugar are added, and the filtered blend is left to mature for two years in Slavonian oak. The process results in a balanced, amber-colored amaro that is subtly bitter, herbaceous, and earthy, with hints of sweetness and spiciness. The drink is usually enjoyed as an aperitif or a digestif, but it also works well in mixed drinks. Classic Bràulio amaro has an alcohol content of 21%, but it also comes in a limited Riserva version—which is aged for five years and has an alcohol content of 25%. Expand

Amaro della Contea di Bormio is a herbal Italian liqueur made with alpine herbs in Valtellina (Bormio). This bittersweet amaro is infused with a secret combination of thirty-six locally-sourced alpine botanicals that are collected in Stelvio National Park. Some of the ingredients include gentian, rhubarb, mint, and chamomile. The resulting liqueur is pleasant and aromatic. It has a smooth texture and distinctive herbal aroma and flavor. Amaro della Contea is best served as a aperitif or a digestif. It can be enjoyed neat or on the rocks. The drink has 28% ABV. Expand

Taneda is a herbal liqueur and a type of amaro that hails from Valtellina. It is made with a macerate of Achillea Moschata—an alpine flowering plant that belongs to the sunflower family and is usually found at high altitudes. The plant is also used for herbal infusions, and it is locally known as Erba Iva or Taneda—hence the name. Taneda is a dark, rich liqueur with a bittersweet flavor and herbal aroma. It can be served neat or on the rocks, and it is best enjoyed as a digestif. Taneda is bottled at 21% ABV.Expand