Forthave Spirits MARSEILLE Amaro

Forthave Spirits MARSEILLE Amaro feels ancient, herbal, and wonderfully alive. Made in Brooklyn, New York, this flagship amaro draws inspiration from the medieval “Four Thieves” elixir. It’s built around a deep botanical recipe with notes of eucalyptus, cinnamon, rhubarb, and honey. That combination gives MARSEILLE a striking balance of bitterness, warmth, sweetness, and earthy intrigue. It’s serious, but not stern. At 72 proof, it carries enough strength for sipping neat, pouring over ice, or adding complexity to cocktails. Try it after dinner when you want something bitter, aromatic, and just a little mysterious.

Nose:
Eucalyptus rises first with a cool, medicinal snap. Cinnamon follows with dry warmth, giving the aroma a spiced, old-world character. Honey and rhubarb add sweetness and tartness, creating a fragrant profile that feels layered, wild, and quietly dramatic.

Palate:
The palate opens bitter, herbal, and deeply textured. Rhubarb brings a tangy red-fruit edge, while cinnamon adds warmth through the middle. Honey softens the sharper botanicals, giving the amaro a rounded texture without dulling its bitter grip.

Finish:
The finish feels long, spicy, and firmly bitter. Eucalyptus lingers with a cooling lift, while cinnamon leaves a dry, warming echo. Rhubarb and honey fade slowly, creating a final impression that feels earthy, elegant, and slightly feral.

Pair Forthave MARSEILLE Amaro with dark chocolate, candied orange, and toasted almonds. The bitterness sharpens the cocoa, while honeyed spice rounds out each bite.

Serve it with aged gouda, blue cheese, or washed-rind cheese. The amaro’s herbal bitterness cuts through richness, while cinnamon and honey soften the salty edges.

Try it beside roasted mushrooms, lamb meatballs, or charred eggplant with tahini. Earthy foods echo the botanicals and make the amaro feel deeper.

Pour it after braised short ribs, duck confit, or pork shoulder. Its bitter finish refreshes the palate, while rhubarb and spice brighten the savory richness.