Amaro Bomba Carta
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About this product
Intense. Herbal. An explosive Mediterranean spirit.
Amaro Bomba Carta captures the untamed spirit of Sardinia in every sip. Crafted by Silvio Carta using wild Mediterranean botanicals—santolina, hypericum, helichrysum, thyme, mugwort—complemented by rare strawberry tree (corbezzolo) honey, this amaro embodies both the sweetness and wild intensity of the island. With a bold amber hue and a bottle wrapped in paper reminiscent of a Molotov, it promises an authentic, sensory journey through Sardinia’s rugged landscapes. Irish enthusiasts are increasingly drawn to its character—rich, herbal, and unapologetically bold.
Why we love it:
This amaro doesn’t whisper; it speaks in vibrant Sardinian dialect. The botanical richness—drawn from the island’s scrub—meets the bitter-sweet complexity of strawberry tree honey in perfect tension. The aroma is herbal and resinous, the flavour an explosion of Mediterranean herbs grounded by balsamic honey. It’s the kind of spirit that commands a slow sip and invites reflection, earning fans among Irish drinkers who appreciate authenticity, depth, and a taste of a wild terroir.
Country of origin
Italy
Region/Appellation
Sardinia
Tasting notes
Colour
Deep amber with warm brown reflections.
Nose
A powerful herbal bouquet—memoirs of hypericum, santolina, thyme, mugwort—balanced by sweet honey harmonies from the strawberry tree.
Palate
Full and intense, with fresh‑bitter hits of Mediterranean scrub herbs. Layers of resin, eucalyptus, dark honey, mint, and a balsamic-rich finale linger long after the first sip.
Serving suggestion
Serve neat or over one ice cube at 10–12 °C.
Food Pairings: brightens artisan charcuterie, smoked meats, aged cheeses
✨ Easy Home Cocktail: Sardinian Negroni
- 25 ml Amaro Bomba Carta
- 25 ml gin (preferably Sardinian or dry)
- 25 ml sweet vermouth
- Orange peel
Stir all ingredients over ice and strain into a rocks glass with fresh ice. Garnish with orange peel. A local twist on a timeless classic.
Size, cl
70
ABV, %
33.0
Awards and recognition
- 94 Points - Falstaff Spirits
- Gold Medal - Concours Mondial de Bruxelles
- Golden Bottle - Spirito Autoctono
About the producer
Silvio Carta was established in the early 1950s in Baratili San Pietro, Sardinia, by the now-legendary Silvio Carta. The company began with Vernaccia di Oristano wines, evolving into an eco-conscious distillery under Elio Carta in the 1960s. Today, the third generation continues the legacy—crafting Vernaccia, Sardinian gin, vermouths, liqueurs, grappas, and amari—using local botanicals, discontinued copper distillation, and a deep respect for land and time.