Antica Distilleria Quaglia Liquore al Pino Mugo

This is a mountain pine liqueur from Antica Distilleria Quaglia in Italy. The base is made from pine cones and resin, steeped cold in alcohol for a long period to improve extraction. It is clear and bright in the glass. The nose is exuberant, with resin and sweet wood. The palate is full-bodied and consistent with the nose, leading to a long finish with spicy and lightly balsamic notes.