Dr. Zero Zero AmarNo is a non-alcoholic Italian amaro made in Trieste and inspired by the tradition of enjoying a bitter digestivo after dinner. It is crafted with extracts and infusions of sage, wormwood, quassia, Chinese rhubarb, quinine, and orange, with caramelized sugar bringing richness and balance.
Dark caramel and orange lead, followed by earthy herbs, bitter roots, and a lingering medicinal edge. It is rich and bittersweet rather than bracingly dry, with enough depth to sip slowly over ice or bring proper amaro character to a cocktail. AmarNo contains up to 0.5% ABV.
Why We Love It
AmarNo is one we recommend when someone wants a darker, more intense amaro rather than a bright, citrusy aperitif. It has the earthy herbs, deep bitterness, and slightly medicinal finish of a fernet, but it is rounder, smoother, and more approachable. It makes an especially good after-dinner pour and gives cocktails that elusive dark, bitter backbone that can be difficult to find in the non-alcoholic world.
How to Drink Dr. Zero Zero AmarNo
For an easy after-dinner serve, pour AmarNo over plenty of ice and finish with an orange peel. Add sparkling water to lighten it or tonic if you want to lean further into its bitter side.
Cheeky & Dry Signature Serve — AmarNo & Coffee: 2 oz Dr. Zero Zero AmarNo, ½ oz cold brew coffee, and ginger beer. Build in a tall glass over ice, top with ginger beer, stir gently, and garnish with an orange peel.
Pair it with: aged Parmesan, blue cheese, mushroom risotto, braised short ribs, dark chocolate, toasted hazelnuts, dried figs, or vanilla ice cream.
Tasting Notes
Nose: Orange peel, caramel, earthy herbs, and bitter roots
Palate: Bittersweet citrus, sage, wormwood, rhubarb, and dark caramel
Finish: Long, herbal, and pleasantly medicinal with a fernet-like edge
Body: Medium to full, with a smooth, rounded texture
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Dr. Zero Zero AmarNo non-alcoholic?
Yes. AmarNo is a non-alcoholic Italian amaro containing up to 0.5% alcohol by volume.
How should I drink Dr. Zero Zero AmarNo?
Pour it over ice with an orange peel for a simple digestivo, or add soda or tonic for a longer drink. It also works beautifully with coffee, ginger beer, grapefruit, and non-alcoholic gin.
Where is Dr. Zero Zero AmarNo made?
AmarNo is made in Trieste, Italy, in collaboration with Liquorificio Italia.
Does Dr. Zero Zero AmarNo contain sulfites?
Yes. The producer lists sulfites among the product information.
What size is this bottle?
This listing is for a 700 ml bottle of Dr. Zero Zero AmarNo.
How is AmarNo different from a non-alcoholic aperitif?
Aperitifs tend to be brighter and are traditionally enjoyed before a meal. AmarNo is darker, richer, and more bitter, with the depth of an Italian digestivo meant for sipping after dinner.
