OPAL NERA, OPAL BIANCA & OPAL ROSSAH IS TORYFounded in Piemonte, Northern Italy in 1951 by Luigi Francoli, the Francoli Distillery has a rich history of grappa production spanning five generations. Opal Nera - the original black Sambuca was created by Alessandro Francoli in 1989, while on his honeymoon, and launched in the same year in the USA and Italy. The brand has since spread to over 30 countries around the world.

Opal Nera rose quickly to prominence as a respected quality liqueur that reflected the earliest traditions of Italian distilling. Alessandro is the son of Luigi Francoli, and now President of Francoli S.p.A distillery, exporting Opal to the four corners of the world.

Following the success of Opal Nera – Francoli have launched Opal Bianca and Opal Rossa. Both of these extensions reflect the exceptional smooth delivery and finish of the original Opal Nera.

PRODUCTIONOpal Nera & Opal Bianca are premium liqueurs made from all natural ingredients including star anise, green anise, elderberries, coriander, the zest of Italian lemons and water drawn from a local alpine water source originally created by Leonardo da Vinci.The ingredients are steeped in high proof sugar beet distillate, drawing out their natural flavours and essential oils, before being re-distilled to create a series of flavour distillates.

The natural black colouring of Opal Nera is obtained from the skins of the elderberry plant’s berries providing the signature touch. All of the ingredients are sourced locally in Italy - with the exception of the star anise that comes from China.

TAS TING N OTESOpal NeraNOSE: Complex notes of earthy spice and licorice TASTE: Rich, plush and thick mouth-feel with excellent concentration of flavours displaying licorice, blueberry and lemonFINISH: Clean, deep finish with an anise and sugar fade

Opal BiancaNOSE: Soft anise and spice with heady sweeter notesTASTE: Decadent and full on the palate, with rounded licorice and earthy, berry flavoursFINISH: Sharp sugar snap tapering off to a lingering subtle spice finish

Opal RossaCOLOUR: Blood red - reminiscent of rich claretNOSE: Enticing nose of cherry, almond and bakewell tart with a hint of aniseedTASTE: Lingering sweetness that gives way to a dark cherry core and subtle aniseed finishFINISH: Fills the mouth with a gentle warmth and ends smoothly

UNIQUE SELLING POINTS• Made by a carbon neutral distiller Opal Nera• The Original Black Sambuca • Opal Nera is made using six natural ingredients• Acquires its black colour naturally from the skins of black elderberries Opal Bianca• Infused with lemon zest – creating a fresher character than rival brands Opal Rossa• Formulated to look and taste great with energy drinks • Share the ‘Black Love’

MIXA BILITYOpal Nera has traditionally been enjoyed straight as a short drink. Opal Nera also offers exciting mixing opportunities. Try Opal Nera with cola and a twist of lemon. Serve Opal Nera with coffee - Italian style. Innovative bartenders are increasingly looking to harness the sophisticated anise notes of Opal Nera in cocktails.

SIGNAT URE SERVES

Opal SourGLASS: Rocks/old fashionedGARNISH: Lemon wedgeMETHOD: Shake and strainINGREDIENTS: 60ml Opal Nera 30ml lemon juice ½ an egg white

Opal Rossa Cherry BombGLASS: Collins/rocks METHOD: BuildINGREDIENTS: 30ml Opal Rossa 180ml energy drink

Bianca CaféGLASS: Cocktail/martiniGARNISH: 3 coffee beansMETHOD: Shake and strainINGREDIENTS: 30ml Opal Bianca 30ml Rémy Martin VS 30ml fresh espresso