Noto Botanical Print & Amari Tasting: Unique Sicily Tour
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Overview
Botanical Workshop and Tasting of Amari Nepeta, A Noto, offers a creative adventure in the heart of the Iblean Mountains. This experience is perfect for those seeking to connect with nature and Sicilian flavors.
Participants will gather local leaves and plants to craft their own botanical prints using a traditional gravure press. They'll also explore Casa Nepeta, discovering the aromatic herbs like nepitella, marjoram, and thyme used in Nepèta bitters. The tour culminates in a guided tasting of Nepeta liqueurs, complementing the artistic process with authentic Sicilian tastes.
This immersive experience at Casa Nepeta combines art, nature, and local flavors, providing a unique perspective on Sicilian culture and craftsmanship. It includes a walk among aromatic herbs, the creation of a personal botanical artwork, an explanation of the liqueur production process, and a tasting of Amari Nepeta. Transfer is not included.

Highlights
Create Your Own Botanical Art: Make a unique print using leaves and plants from the Sicilian countryside.
Explore Aromatic Herb Gardens: Walk among nepitella, marjoram, and thyme at Casa Nepeta.
Taste Authentic Sicilian Liqueurs: Enjoy a guided tasting of Nepeta's handcrafted Amari bitters.
Discover the Secrets of Bitters: Learn about the liqueur production process from start to finish.
Sentiment Analysis
Customers generally find this experience to be a unique and enjoyable way to connect with Sicilian nature and flavors. They particularly appreciate the hands-on art activity and the informative liqueur tasting, but some suggest that transportation and additional tour information could enhance the experience.

Guests enjoy getting to make their own art.
Visitors find the liqueur tasting very interesting.
People love walking through the herb gardens.
The experience is described as a great way to experience Sicily's natural beauty.
Some visitors may find it difficult to get to the destination without transportation
A few reviewers wished the tour had more in-depth information.
The Journey
Casa Nepeta
Casa Nepeta, located in the Iblean Mountains, is the heart of this botanical and tasting experience. It's a place where you can immerse yourself in nature and discover the secrets of Nepeta's handcrafted bitters. The tour includes collecting wild herbs, creating botanical prints with a gravure press, and tasting Nepeta liqueurs.
Iblean Mountains
The Iblean Mountains provide the natural backdrop for the experience. It's where you'll collect leaves and wild plants, and where Casa Nepeta is located, surrounded by the scents of nepitella, marjoram, and thyme.
Know Before You Go
This experience includes a walk through aromatic and medicinal herb gardens, the creation of a small botanical artwork to take home, an explanation of the liqueur production process, and a tasting of Amari Nepeta. It excludes transfer to and from the location. Participants will meet at Casa Nepeta to begin the workshop and tasting.
Hot Tip
Consider wearing comfortable shoes for the walk in the garden and bring a camera to capture the beautiful scenery and your artwork! It's also a good idea to arrange transportation in advance, as the location might be tricky to reach without a car.