Product of: Greece

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Tentura (or tintura), named after the Italian word for tincture, is a liqueur produced since the 15th century in the Greek port city of Patras. Traditionally Tentura is flavoured with cloves, cinnamon, nutmeg and citrus fruits. This modern day interpretation is based on grape pomace distillate.

Review and Tasting

Sampled on 08/07/2013

Appearance:

Clear, coppery amber.

Aroma:

Reminiscent of Dentine Fire chewing gum with pronounced cinnamon spice.

Taste:

Warming cinnamon and clove spice with sweet peppermint and smoothing vanilla.

Aftertaste:

Lingering vanilla and Christmasy spice.