The bergamot is a wonderfully unique citrus that makes its home in Calabria. It’s quite puzzling, this strange fruit with a bitter, almost musty-smelling pulp and incredibly light, fragrant zest.

Citrus bergamia, the bergamot orange (pronounced / ˈbɜːrɡəmɒt /), is a fragrant citrus fruit the size of an orange, with a yellow or green colour similar to a lime, depending on ripeness.

3 天之前 · The result of a spontaneous mutation undergone by the lemon (limetta) or bitter orange in the area around Reggio Calabria, as far as the so-called Costa dei Gelsomini (Ionian coast), the Bergamot of Calabria has made an extraordinary rise in the world of cosmetics and confectionery.

2024年12月29日 · Growers of bergamot in Reggio Calabria’s unique microclimate wrestle for control of the citrus fruit valued for its complex, fragrant oil and healthy juice.

2019年4月17日 · Anyone who has brewed a cup of Earl Grey knows the sweet scent of bergamot – this fragrant citrus is synonymous with Calabria, but what is it exactly and where did it come from? Join us as we explore the history of this knobbly Calabrian fruit.

Aqua Allegoria Bergamote Calabria was created by Thierry Wasser and Delphine Jelk. Top notes are Calabrian bergamot and Petitgrain; middle notes are Ginger and Cardamom; base notes are White Musk and Woody Notes.

Bergamot, known as the “green gold” for its high value, is the most prized citrus in the world, though its fruit is not consumed directly. What makes it so special is its peel, from which essential oils are extracted for use in cosmetics, medicine, and as a flavoring in the famous Earl Grey tea.

Bergamot Calabria is an association of bergamot producers from the Calabrian Ionian coast, specializing in the promotion and bulk sales of: Bergamot Essential Oil, Bergamot Fruit, Raw Fibers, Juice, and Fresh Fruit.

2024年3月22日 · Uncover the allure of bergamot in Calabria - from its fragrant orchards to its culinary and wellness wonders. Explore its rich heritage now!

2010年8月26日 · The bergamot aromatic fruit has been associated almost uniquely with Calabria since 1400. How they first arrived in the region is open to interpretation.