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Aurum

Aurum is an Italian orange liqueur from Abruzzo, known as "Golden Orange Liqueur" (40% vol.). Historically linked to the city of Pescara, it is today marketed in the portfolio of ILLVA Saronno.
  • Pescara · Abruzzo · Italy

Aurum

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The story
The production of Aurum is historically tied to Pescara (Abruzzo). The commercial origin of the drink dates back to the 1920s; the name was chosen by Amedeo Pomilio on the suggestion of the poet Gabriele D'Annunzio. The historic factory building (ex-Aurum/Palazzo Pomilio) is still recognised as an emblematic site of local production.
Production philosophy
Aurum presents itself as a regional speciality that combines an aged brandy base with citrus infusions and distillates, emphasising local tradition and a rounded, golden aromatic profile typical of dessert/digestif liqueurs.
Territory
Abruzzo (historical origin: Pescara). Marketed nationally and internationally through the producer/distributor group's network.
Production method
Product obtained by blending a base of brandy (acquavite di vino) with citrus infusions/distillates; the historic recipe also includes saffron for colouring. The commercial formulation includes sugar and water; some technical information indicates the use of colouring (caramel) to even out the colour.
Distillation
No detailed public technical description available; sources indicate the use of an aged brandy base combined with a citrus distillate/infusion.
Ageing
Commercial sources report that the brandy component is aged and that the product is finished with maturation in oak barrels to provide structure and golden reflections.
Characteristics
Type
Producer
City
Pescara
Categories
  • orange liqueurs
  • brandy-based liqueurs
  • Abruzzo specialties
  • digestifs/after-dinner
Raw materials
  • brandy (acquavite di vino)
  • citrus peels/distillate (orange)
  • saffron
  • sugar
  • water
  • colorant (caramel)
Casks and ageing vessels
  • oak (oak barrels)
Representative products
  • Aurum Golden Orange Liqueur 70cl
What makes it distinctive
  • Historic product originating from Pescara with roots in the 1920s
  • Name suggested by the poet Gabriele D'Annunzio
  • Alcohol by volume: 40% vol.
  • Currently present in the portfolio of ILLVA Saronno (producer/brand in the official catalogue)

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