Tasting of Etna liqueurs

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1 hour
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1 - 15 guests
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Italian
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Experience the authentic flavors of Eastern Sicily with a tasting of Etna liqueurs. Explore a historic family-run distillery and enjoy exquisite, traditional spirits at the foot of Mount Etna.

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For each guest that attends this experience, byFood will donate
10 meals

Experience Details

Discover the excellence of the only still active distillery in Eastern Sicily, an authentic treasure nestled between the hills at the foot of Mount Etna and the Ionian coast. With over 150 years of history, this family-run distillery continues to pass on the ancient art of island master distillers, guarding traditional and genuine production methods.

What You Get

Tasting of 9 products
Distillery tour

Good To Know

  • The tasting includes: - "Sicilian cannoli liqueur cream) 1 cream of your choice between pistachio, almond, chocolate, hazelnut, coffee, melon, mandarin, lemon, strawberry or licorice 2 Rosoli of your choice between fennel, cinnamon, bay leaf, fig, cherry, coffee or rose 1 citrus fruit of your choice between mandarinetto, arancello, verdello or limoncello Amaro Siciliano (our classic herbal bitter, a recipe loved for 150 years) Amaro Zagaro (Amaro amiabile with ribera oranges dop and mandarins) Grappa dell'etna (a blend of the best marcs of the Etna area) Grappa Sublime (Grappa di nero d'Avola Riserva aged at least 18 months in barique)"
  • On Saturday afternoons there is no production of spirits, so you will only see the machines switched off and will be explained the function
  • For those who wish to purchase the products of the distillery at the end of the visit there is a reduction of 20%.
  • The liquor production process varies over time, so it is not always possible to see all the machines in action
  • For children under 18 years old there is a soft drink and free access to the tour.
  • Public transportation options are available nearby

What You’ll Experience

The Etna Distillery is a real jewel in the region. Immerse yourself in the ancient art of island master distillers and savor the authenticity of their products. Grappas, Brandies, Spirits, Bitters, Typical Liqueurs, Handcrafted Rosoli and Creams, all made by safeguarding the traditions of family production and always ensuring the authenticity of the products. During the 60-minute guided tour, delight your palate with the tasting of nine delicious spirits, accompanied by a selection of typical Sicilian pastries. Located on a picturesque hill at the foot of Mount Etna and close to the Ionian coast, this distillery offers you an unforgettable experience, a journey to discover unique flavors and a millenary tradition.

Meeting & Pickup

Meeting Point

Distilleria Fratelli Russo, Via Duccio Galimberti, Santa Venerina Città metropolitana di Catania Sicilia, Italy, IT, 95010

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Meet your host at Via Duccio Galimberti, 68, 95010 Santa Venerina CT, Italy
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This experience ends at the meeting point.

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Cancel your booking at least 24 hours before the experience start time to receive a full refund minus a 3.2% transaction fee.

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Earliest available date: May 19, 2025
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