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Ghia Sumac & Chili is a non-alcoholic spritz built around layered botanical extraction rather than sweetness or substitution. The formulation begins with Mediterranean-inspired bitter botanicals, gently macerated to extract structure, aroma, and natural tension. Sumac is introduced for its tart, citrus-adjacent acidity, providing brightness without reliance on fruit sugar.
Chili is applied with restraint, contributing warmth and dimension rather than heat. Carbonation is calibrated to lift aromatics while maintaining texture and composure. The absence of alcohol allows the botanicals to remain precise and clearly articulated, emphasizing balance and pacing over intensity.
On the palate, bright acidity leads, followed by herbal bitterness and a subtle warming spice that builds gradually. The mouthfeel is dry and refreshing, with a finish that lingers softly rather than sharply. Ghia Sumac & Chili offers a disciplined, culinary-driven approach to non-alcoholic aperitifs, grounded in structure, complexity, and intentional restraint.
