Wanted a way to use fresh chamomile flowers from the garden, and italicus seemed like a pretty good match. Used Cardamaro for amaro, and Luxardo bitter Bianco. Used the flowers as an edible garnish (they’re quite bitter) with the recipe lemon twist also. Def on the sweet side but very pleasant digestive.
Cardamaro is an excellent alternative to the very lackluster Montenegro. Botanik Bar in Kyneton will sell you a bottle of Sirene Aperitivo Americano Bianco for a not unreasonable price...very sumptuous and our go to.