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Saint Heck

Saint Heck - Sumac 0.0% Amaro

Saint Heck - Sumac 0.0% Amaro

$58.79 CAD
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750mL | 0.0% Amaro

Tart red sumac berries, bitter citrus peel, delicate earthy smoke, and deep herbaceous roots. A ruby-hued, zero-proof red bitter built for spritzes and Negroni mixology.

Crafted as an original, contemporary red bitter aperitif, Saint Heck Sumac redefines the classic Italian red aperitivo tradition without mimicking it outright. Drawing aromatic cues and bitter backbone reminiscent of Campari, Aperol, and Cappelletti, Sumac establishes its own distinct identity through the astringent, lemony brightness of wild sumac berries, interwoven with a soft haze of woodsmoke, earthy botanicals, and deep bitter roots.

Pouring a natural, luminous ruby-garnet hue, it bridges mouth-watering red-fruit acidity with complex botanical bitterness and realistic cocktail grip. Engineered specifically for craft bar programs and home mixologists, it provides an authentic structural backbone for zero-proof Negronis, spritzes, and highballs.

Ruby-garnet pour, sumac and bitter orange aromas, tart-smoky core, and a long dry bitter finish—Crafted without artificial dyes.

Zero ABV

Gluten Free or Removed

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Saint Heck - Sumac 0.0% Amaro

The Appearance: Luminous ruby-garnet with brilliant clarity and a rich, medium-bodied cling along the glass.

The Aroma: Bright, tart, and multi-layered. Opens with high-toned notes of crushed sumac berries, bitter orange peel, and tart pomegranate, underpinned by a subtle wisp of savory woodsmoke and dried herbal roots.

The Palate: Complex, tart-bitter, and mouth-watering. Vibrant red currant and sumac acidity strike first, swiftly followed by bittersweet Seville orange, gentian root bitterness, and an earthy, savory undertone.

The Finish: Lingering, clean, and pleasantly dry, leaving a refreshing balance of astringent citrus oils, bitter botanical bark, and a gentle smoky warmth.

Serving Size: 30mL

45 cals | 10g sugar

Ingredients: Filtered water, Demerara sugar, Pomegranate molasses, Vegetable glycerin, Natural flavors, Herbs, Spices, Citric acid, Potassium sorbate (preservative), Sodium benzoate (preservative)

Zero-Proof Negroni: Stir 30ml Saint Heck Sumac with 30ml BARE Modern Classic Gin (or Gnista Crisp) and 30ml Freely V-Art Vermouth over ice; strain over a large rock with an orange peel.

Sumac Spritz: Build 50ml Saint Heck Sumac over ice in a wine glass, top with 90ml non-alcoholic sparkling wine (like Majolia Le Sparkling Chardonnay) and a splash of soda; garnish with an olive and orange wheel.

Sumac & Soda: Pour 50ml over ice in a highball, top with sparkling mineral water, and express a grapefruit twist over the top for an afternoon refresher.

The Craft Aperitivo Architecture

  • Original Red Bitter Profile: Designed to occupy the classic Campari/Aperol slot in cocktail construction while offering a distinct, less syrupy profile centered around wild sumac.
  • Natural Ruby Extraction: Achieves its deep red hue and astringent tartness through real botanicals and fruit extracts rather than synthetic red dyes.
  • Smoky & Savory Matrix: Uses subtle smoky, earthy botanicals to give the liquid realistic spirit depth and palate weight without alcohol.
  • Bartender-Grade Backbone: Formulated with sufficient acid, bitterness, and body to hold its ground when stirred alongside heavy zero-proof whiskey, gin, or sweet vermouth proxies.

Pro-Tip: Building a zero-proof cocktail menu? Use Saint Heck Sumac anywhere a cocktail calls for Campari or bitter Italian aperitivi. Its natural sumac malic acidity cuts through sweet vermouth proxies much better than sugar-laden non-alcoholic dupes, producing a Negroni with authentic structural bite and zero cloying sweetness!