R. Jelinek Amaro (70cl, 30%)

R. Jelinek Amaro is a Czech herbal bitter liqueur produced by R. Jelinek, founded in 1891 near Luhačovice. It is made in small batches by macerating more than 20 locally sourced botanicals in neutral spirits, with orange peel, lime and plum juice among the key ingredients. The expression launched in the U.S. market in 2024 and earned a Gold Medal at the 2023 Bartender Spirits Awards. It can be served neat at room temperature, over a large ice cube, or used in cocktails such as an Amaro Mule, Paper Plane or Black Manhattan. The nose opens with bright lemon peel and deeper root-like herbaceousness, with hints of spice and subtle sweetness. Citrus leads on the palate, followed by warm clove spice, herbal bitterness and plum juiciness. The finish is medium in length, with lingering citrus-herb notes, gentle spice warmth and faint plum sweetness.