Strega is a 40% vol. botanical liqueur from Benevento, distilled from about 70 herbs and spices.
The producer offers an ordinary bottling and an oak-aged Riserva.
| Liquore Strega | Liquore Strega Riserva | |
|---|---|---|
| Alcohol | 40% vol. | 40% vol. |
| Producer’s description | Distillation of herbs and spices | Oak-aged, amber and spicy |
Strega began in 1860 with a name drawn from Benevento’s witches legend.
The producer recounts the tale of Benevento as a meeting place for witches. That is the story behind the name, rather than an account of how the liqueur is made. At the table, the maker suggests it with fruit, desserts, ice cream and hot chocolate, as well as in cocktails.
The producer describes the standard Liquore Strega as obtained by distilling about seventy herbs and spices from different parts of the world. Its serving suggestions include drinking it neat or chilled.
If Strega is part of your Christmas drinks or baking plans, read the full product name before measuring or serving. Standard Liquore Strega and Strega Cream are separately named expressions. Match the actual bottle to the recipe or drink you intend, keeping that choice clear when several liqueurs are on the holiday shopping list.
Look for Liquore Strega when you want the standard expression described here. Strega Cream is separately named in the producer’s catalog; check the product name rather than treating it as the same liqueur.
The producer links the name to Benevento’s witches legend.
Yes. The producer suggests it with fruit, desserts, ice cream and hot chocolate.
No. The producer lists Strega Cream as a separately named expression. Check the label when choosing a bottle.
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