what is averna

Amaro Averna is an Italian liqueur in the Amaro category. It is produced in Caltanissetta, Sicily, and is named after its inventor, Salvatore Averna, who created the recipe in 1868. The drink is made from an infusion of aromatic herbs, dried flowers, spices, and liquorice, and it is known for its sweet, thick, and gently herbal bitter taste. Averna is 29% alcohol by volume and is considered a traditional Sicilian drink, representing true Sicilian craft rooted in heritage and tradition