FAQs
FAQs
About Villa Massa Limoncello
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What is Villa Massa Limoncello?
Villa Massa is a lemon liqueur produced in Sorrento, Italy from a family recipe that dates back to the 1890’s. This liqueur is also known as Limoncello.
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What does Villa Massa Limoncello taste like?
A pure and fresh lemon taste. Perfect harmony of ingredients, smooth in the mouth, its lemony flavours clean the palate and offer harmoniously contrasting sensations.
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How is Villa Massa Limoncello made?
Villa Massa Limoncello is made from the cold infusion of thin fresh peels from a special botanical lemon species “Limone Ovale di Sorrento” (Oval Lemon of Sorrento), grown only in the Sorrento peninsula and in the Capri island. By using only the P.G.I. (Protected Geographical Indication) Sorrento lemon variety, Villa Massa is more than just a Limoncello. It is a Lemon Liqueur from Sorrento, a category recognized by the European Community.
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In which way Villa Massa Limoncello is different from other Limoncello’s?
Villa Massa Limoncello is made with the thin fresh peels from a special botanical lemon species “Limone Ovale di Sorrento”, rewarded PGI, that grow only in the Sorrento peninsula and in the Capri island. Villa Massa Limoncello is free from artificial colours or flavours.
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Which types of lemons are used to product Villa Massa Limoncello?
Villa Massa exclusively uses the peels of the P.G.I. (Protected Geographical Indication) Sorrento lemons
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What is the alcohol content of Villa Massa Limoncello?
Villa Massa Limoncello is 30% vol.
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Where are the lemons cultivated?
Lemons are grown in Sorrento, Italy on shaded hillside terraces overlooking the bay of Naples. Their trees grow up in volcanic soil and in a very mild micro-climate, allowing the slow maturation of the lemons.
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Is Villa Massa Limoncello gluten free?
Yes, Villa Massa Limoncello is gluten free
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Is Villa Massa Limoncello GMO free?
Yes, Villa Massa Limoncello is GMO free.
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Does Villa Massa Limoncello contain colourings?
No. Villa Massa Limoncello doesn’t contain any colourings.
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Is Villa Massa Limoncello suitable for vegans?
Yes, Villa Massa Limoncello is suitable for vegans
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Is Villa Massa Limoncello allergen free?
Yes, Villa Massa Limoncello is allergen-free.
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What is the best way to enjoy Villa Massa Limoncello?
Traditionally in Italy we like to enjoy Villa Massa Limoncello ice cold (around -7°C). Also check out other ways to drink Villa Massa Limoncello on our recipe page.
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Does it have a best before date after opening?
Villa Massa Limoncello has no expire date. However, due to the natural ingredients used, the product can suffer from a mild oxidation over the years. The liqueur, correct preserved maintains it characteristics for a minimum of 12 months. For a good conservation of the product, we recommend to keep the bottle away from light and heat sources, also when the bottle is not opened yet.
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About Villa Massa Amaretto
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What is Villa Massa Amaretto?
Villa Massa Amaretto is a deliciously sweet & smooth almond liqueur, made with real, high quality almonds from Sicily.
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What does Villa Massa Amaretto taste like?
Villa Massa Amaretto is deliciously sweet & smooth liqueur. It is characterized by a flavourful aroma with signature marzipan notes on the nose and an intense, long-lasting almond aftertaste. Hints of vanilla, cherry and cacao finish the palate, and at 30% ABV, the alcohol, sweetness and bitter almond flavours are perfectly balanced.
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How is Villa Massa Amaretto made?
The specially selected almonds from Sicily are lightly pressed and then left to macerate in a special blend/liquid of cold water and alcohol - a process which encourages the natural almond flavours and aromas to be soaked into the liquid. To achieve a luxurious, smooth structure the final product is filtered before being decanted into our unique Villa Massa glass bottle.
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In which way Villa Massa Amaretto is different from other Amaretto’s?
Villa Massa Amaretto is crafted with real, high quality almonds from Sicily, rich in essential oils and taste thanks to their thick wooden shell and Mediterranean climate
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Is Villa Massa Amaretto made with almonds?
Yes, Villa Massa Amaretto is made with real almonds from Silicity, Italy.
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What is the alcohol content of Villa Massa Amaretto?
The alcohol content of Villa Massa Amaretto is 30% vol.
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Where do the almonds come from?
The almonds come exclusively from Sicily.
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Is Villa Massa Amaretto gluten free?
Yes, Villa Massa Amaretto is gluten free.
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Is Villa Massa Amaretto GMO free?
Yes, Villa Massa Amaretto is GMO free.
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Does Villa Massa Amaretto contain colourings?
Yes, Villa Massa Amaretto contains caramel to intensify the beautiful amber-coloured liquid.
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Is Villa Massa Amaretto suitable for vegans?
Yes, Villa Massa Amaretto is suitable for vegans.
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Does Villa Massa Amaretto contain alergens?
Yes, Villa Massa is crafted following the traditional recipe and is proud to confirm that it contains real almonds from Sicily.
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Does Villa Massa Amaretto contain nuts?
Yes, Villa Massa Amaretto contains almonds from Sicily.
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What is the best way to enjoy Villa Massa Amaretto?
Enjoy our deliciously sweet & smooth Villa Massa Amaretto, as after dinner drink, over ice.
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Does it have a “best before date” after opening?
Villa Massa Amaretto has no expire date. However, due to the natural ingredients used, the product can suffer from a mild oxidation over the years. For a good conservation of the product, we recommend to keep the bottle away from light and heat sources, also when the bottle is not opened yet.