Cynar Italian Liqueur
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About this product
The Artichoke Aperitif Loved by Bartenders and Bitters Lovers Alike.
Cynar is one of those rare finds that feels both ancient and avant-garde. Created in Italy in 1952, this bitter-sweet amaro takes its name from the Cynara scolymus — the humble artichoke. But make no mistake, this is no gimmick: Cynar is a masterpiece of herbal balance, made with 13 botanicals, including artichoke, herbs, roots, and spices.
Across Ireland, a growing community of bartenders, aperitif drinkers, and curious home mixologists are rediscovering the magic of Cynar. It’s the drink that says “I know my flavour,” without shouting. Whether it’s sipped neat in a quiet bar in Galway, mixed into a bitter-forward cocktail in Dublin, or added to a Negroni for added complexity, Cynar offers Ireland something wonderfully different: depth without heaviness, character without pretence.
Why we love it:
Cynar hits the sweet spot between aperitif and digestif. For the Irish palate, it offers a way into amaro culture that feels accessible yet unique. It’s the kind of bottle you bring out when someone says, “Surprise me.” Whether you’re drinking it, cooking with it or gifting it, Cynar brings Italian depth to the Irish table.
Country of origin
Italy
Tasting notes
Colour
Deep bronze with amber glints.
Nose
Earthy herbs, subtle spice, caraway, and warm artichoke with a hint of cola and dark cocoa.
Palate
Bold and vegetal, yet rounded — bitter roots, sweet citrus peel, and a savoury herbal core. Smooth finish with lingering warmth.
Serving suggestion
Cynar’s moderate 16.5% ABV makes it versatile for day or night. In Ireland’s growing cocktail culture, it's a bartender’s secret weapon.
- Neat or on ice – With a slice of orange for a contemplative aperitif
- Cynar Spritz – 50ml Cynar, 90ml prosecco, splash of soda, over ice with a citrus twist
- Cynar & Tonic – A refreshing low-alcohol serve
- The “Dublin Negroni” – Replace Campari with Cynar for a softer, earthier twist
🏠 Home Cocktail Suggestion – Cynar Irish Coffee (Bitter Edition) - 40ml Cynar
- 30ml Irish whiskey
- Top with hot coffee
- Brown sugar and a thick cream float
A warming, herbal take on an Irish classic.
Size, cl
70
ABV, %
16.5
About the producer
Now part of the Campari Group, Cynar was originally created by Venetian entrepreneur Angelo Dalle Molle. Far from being a novelty, this artichoke-based amaro has developed a cult following in Italy and beyond. In Ireland, it’s gaining momentum among cocktail lovers and natural bitter fans who want something outside the mainstream — with an edge, a story, and a real sense of place.