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Nanassino

Nanassino is a type of Italian liqueur that is made with prickly pears (fichi d’India). It is traditional for Amalfi coast, Salento, and Cilento—where prickly pears are abundant and usually grow wild. Nanassino is made with the fruit that is typically collected at the end of August.


The pears are macerated in alcohol, and the infusion is then filtered, sweetened, and its final flavor is altered with the addition of water. This liqueur is usually homemade. It can be enjoyed on its own or paired with desserts, but it also works as a flavoring in various local desserts.