Distillery / Producer: Faccia Bruto Spirits (Led by trained chef Patrick Miller, the distillery is distinguished by deep botanical research and the honest recreation of old-world liqueurs from a contemporary and urban perspective).

Specific Origin: Brooklyn, New York, United States.

Style: Centerbe Amaro / High-Proof Alpine-Style Herbal Liqueur.

Primary Botanical Selection: Peppermint, Salvia Officinale, Rosemary, Thyme, Wild Fennel, Melissa, Lemon Balm, Wormwood, and selected green leaves for natural chlorophyll extraction.

Production Process: Cold maceration of dry and fresh botanicals in pure neutral alcohol to capture the volatile essence of herbal oils. Fine artisanal filtration and minimal addition of organic sugar syrup to maintain a markedly dry, crisp, and herbaceous profile.

Profile: Intensely balsamic, pungent, refreshing, dry, and slightly spicy due to botanical concentration.

Alcohol Content: 45.0% Vol. (Classic proof for mountain elixirs to fix and project herbal aromas).

Capacity: Stylized 750 ml clear glass bottle.

SKU: USA-FACCIABRUTO-CENTERBE-750

Appearance: Exhibits a captivating and luminous bright emerald green color with subtle and impeccable olive reflections of great transparency and sharpness. It moves deftly in the glass, denoting its dry character and low concentration of residual sugars.

Nose: Of a colossal, fresh, and intensely balsamic aromatic impact. It awakens the senses with penetrating bursts of wild mint, eucalyptus, fresh fennel, and pine. As it evolves, sophisticated notes of lemon peel, rubbed sage, green anise, and an exquisitely elegant alpine and medicinal background emerge.

Palate: The entry is powerful, warm, and electrifying due to its well-integrated 45 proof. A three-dimensional menthol freshness immediately erupts, combined with defined flavors of thyme, rosemary, and tarragon. It displays a lean, dry, and highly refined body. Its finish is very long, herbaceous, and persistently fresh, leaving a balsamic and clean aftertaste that lingers for minutes on the palate.

Gastronomic Pairing and Bar Integration: Due to its hyper-balsamic and dry nature, Centerbe is a superb meditative digestif. It harmonizes fantastically with refreshing and citrus desserts, such as lemon tarts, tangerine sorbets, or white chocolate and mint-based desserts. It is an extraordinary counterpoint to very fatty soft cheeses (such as Camembert or Brie), where its high proof and herbal acidity cleanse the richness of the palate. In cocktails, it is an aristocratic modifier: it provides an unusual botanical freshness as a substitute for green Chartreuse in iconic cocktails like the Last Word or the Bijou, and is a majestic delight simply served in a tall glass with crushed ice, sparkling mineral water, and a sprig of fresh rosemary.

Suggested Moments:

• Weekend Family Meal (The Grand Digestive Finale): After a lavish family feast, offering a glass of this chilled alpine elixir settles the stomach, freshens the breath, and creates a moment of fascination among diners thanks to its vibrant color and botanical potency.
• Gourmet Barbecue (Palate Cleanser after Intense Cuts): An ideal liqueur to conclude a barbecue of fatty cuts like rib-eye, picanha, or bone marrow. Its dryness and menthol freshness cut through the fat on the palate, leaving a completely clean and comforting sensation.
• High-End Romantic Dinner: Provides an exotic, mysterious, and highly sophisticated finish. Sharing a glass of Centerbe with a signature citrus dessert crowns the evening with a note of absolute cosmopolitan refinement.
• Absolute Summer and Terrace Afternoons: Transformed into a long drink with premium tonic water, plenty of ice, and a lime twist, it becomes the ultimate cocktail to combat hot afternoons with unparalleled botanical freshness.
• Cutting-Edge Business Lunches and Exchanges: Requesting this artisanal Brooklyn elixir at the end of a corporate meeting projects impeccable oenological knowledge and a constant pursuit of exclusivity, ideal for solidifying key conversations.
• Intimate Special Celebration and Cult Toast: Perfect for uncorking in a small gathering with connoisseur friends to commemorate promotions, inaugurations, or personal milestones that deserve to be celebrated with an honest and historic collector's spirit.
• Distinguished Gift for Bartenders and Collectors: The ultimate gift for experienced mixologists, sommeliers, or bar enthusiasts who appreciate pure, low-production botanical liqueurs without synthetic additives.

How is Faccia Bruto Amaro Centerbe recommended to be served and enjoyed?

Given its high alcohol content (45% Vol.) and herbal intensity, the most traditional way to enjoy it is neat in small digestif glasses, served slightly chilled (between 12°C and 14°C) or very cold, directly from the freezer, which softens the impact of the alcohol and magnifies its dense texture and menthol notes.

Is it normal for the color of the liqueur to change or fade over time?

Yes, it is completely normal and is a guarantee of its artisanal purity. By exclusively using natural chlorophyll extracted from fresh plants instead of stable artificial colorings (like Green 3), the color can subtly evolve towards more olive tones if exposed to light for prolonged periods. To mitigate this, it is advisable to store the bottle in a dark, cool, and dry place.

What distinguishes Centerbe from other commercial green liqueurs on the market?

The difference lies in its markedly dry profile, the purity of its ingredients, and its small-batch production. While industrial liqueurs often saturate the palate with dense sugar syrups and chemical colorants to camouflage the alcohol, Faccia Bruto opts for deep botanical extraction, achieving a dry, honest, and exquisitely elegant elixir.

Can it be used as a direct substitute for Green Chartreuse in mixology?

Yes, it works excellently as an artisanal and sophisticated substitute in classic cocktails like the Last Word, Bijou, or Green Point. It shares the same 45 proof potency and intensely balsamic and herbal soul, but Faccia Bruto's Centerbe brings a slightly drier, fresher, and more citrusy profile that enriches the drink with superior balance.