Mirto di Sardegna Zedda Piras 0.70 L 32% Vol (Case 6) — Zedda Piras

Zedda Piras Mirto di Sardegna is the island's signature liqueur: a deep ruby-red digestif at 32% ABV, in a 0.70 L bottle, made from wild myrtle berries hand-picked across Sardinia and macerated for about three months. No added flavourings: only water, sugar, alcohol and fresh fruit. Produced in Alghero since 1854, it is the most recognisable Sardinian liqueur on a restaurant table.

What Mirto di Sardegna is

Mirto is the traditional liqueur of Sardinia, obtained from the berries of the myrtle (Myrtus communis), the aromatic shrub of the Mediterranean scrub that perfumes the whole island. The red version, the most classic, is produced by macerating the ripe berries in alcohol; the resulting infusion is then sweetened and balanced. The aroma is balsamic and resinous, with the gently bitter note that distinguishes a genuine mirto from sweet imitations made with added flavourings.

The producer: Zedda Piras since 1854

Zedda Piras was founded in 1854 and is one of the historic names of Sardinian liqueur-making, based in Alghero. The house works the wild berries picked by hand between the coast and the inland scrub and lets them macerate for around three months, using only water, sugar, alcohol and fresh fruit, with no added flavourings. Zedda Piras products were awarded at the great international expositions of the late 19th century (Paris, Turin, Antwerp) and the house became an official supplier to several European Royal Houses. Today the brand is part of the Campari Group.

Sensory profile

The colour is an intense ruby red. On the nose it is balsamic and resinous, with notes of Mediterranean scrub, juniper and ripe berries. On the palate it is round and pleasantly sweet, closing on the typical gently bitter, herbaceous finish that gives the liqueur its length. Alcohol content is 32% ABV.

Technical specifications

Bottle of 0.70 L (70 cl), 32% ABV, sold in cases of 6 bottles. Country of origin Italy (Sardinia). Ambient storage, no cold chain required: keep the bottles upright in a cool, dry place away from direct light. Once opened the liqueur keeps for a long time; for service it is best stored in the freezer so it is always ready ice-cold.

Professional uses

Mirto is the quintessential Sardinian digestif. Serve it ice-cold at 8-10 °C in a small tulip glass at the end of the meal, as the natural close to a menu of Sardinian or seafood cuisine. In the dining room it fits the coffee-and-amari offering and pairs with hard cheeses such as aged pecorino. In pastry and gelato work it is excellent as a finishing touch over plain milk gelato or to perfume a panna cotta. Behind the bar it lends itself to a short cocktail list, for example a mirto tonic with orange zest or a sour built on the bitter-herbaceous note.

Pairings

It pairs naturally with the Sardinian sweet tradition (seadas with honey, almond pastries) and with aged cheeses. As a digestif it follows roast meats, game and seafood dishes equally well. Serve it alongside an espresso to complete the Italian-style end of meal.

Who it is for

The case of 6 bottles of 0.70 L is designed for restaurants, pizzerias, Sardinian and Italian trattorias, hotels, delicatessens and bars that want to offer a recognisable, authentic regional classic. It is equally suited to private customers who love Italian cuisine and look for a genuine Sardinian liqueur.

Delivery and logistics

B2B and B2C delivery throughout Switzerland from the LAPA warehouse in Embrach (Zurich). As an ambient dry product no cold chain is required: direct distribution by the LAPA fleet across Zurich, Winterthur, Uster, Aargau, St. Gallen, Lucerne, Zug and Basel, and shipping in 24-48 hours via partner couriers (Swiss Post PostPac, Planzer, Galliker, Camion Transport) for Ticino (Lugano, Bellinzona, Locarno), French-speaking Switzerland (Geneva, Lausanne, Vevey, Sion), Valais and mountain regions (Davos, St. Moritz, Chur). Ideal for stocking up, with no urgency on the cold chain. Service tailored for restaurants, pizzerias, hotels, delicatessens, Italian grocery stores and private customers passionate about Italian cuisine.