User:Margarida Camacho/Amarguinha

Amarguinha is a reference traditional brand amongst the Portuguese bitter almond liqueurs. With the slogan A amêndoa de Portugal, "The Portuguese almond," it's available in two flavours: Original & lemon, the latter having been released during the summer of 2012. The original flavour bears a pale yellow colour, while the lemon version presents a a brighter yellow, similar to the almond drupes themselves. Both are rated at 20% ABV, and are sold in 700 ml bottles.

Origin
Amarguinha is a traditional liqueur from the Algarve region, in Portugal, obtained from an old recipe for bitter almond liqueur. The ingredient list includes water, sugar, alcohol, aromas and caramel colorings. Amarguinha bears a refreshing, persistent flavour, in which the almond hints balance with com the sweet notes. Currently, Amarguinha is produced by Destilatum - Destilaria Portuguesa, and distributed by Companhia Espirituosa.

Usage
It may be consumed as an aperitif, digestif or used to prepare cocktails. It is normally drank cold or on ice, potentially with drops of lemon juice or a lemon slice.

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