ItalSpirits

Italspirits is a UK-based spirits company founded by Giuseppe Gallo, one of the world's most recognized figures in the global drinks industry. The company is dedicated to promoting Italian drinking culture internationally, with a particular focus on the aperitivo category. Through Italspirits, Gallo has developed and launched a portfolio of premium Italian spirits rooted in heritage, craftsmanship, and authentic 'Made in Italy' production values.

The company's flagship product, ITALICUS Rosolio di Bergamotto, was created in 2016 to revive the largely forgotten Rosolio category of Italian liqueur. The spirit quickly achieved widespread acclaim, earning the title of Best New Spirit at Tales of the Cocktail in its debut year and recognition as the most innovative cocktail ingredient at the European Bar Awards in Berlin. ITALICUS has since accumulated over 50 gold medals internationally, establishing itself as a benchmark product within the aperitivo and mixology space.

In 2021, Italspirits expanded its portfolio with the launch of SAVOIA Americano, an aperitivo produced at a historic distillery in Turin, Italy. The expression is crafted from a blend of 22 botanicals and is positioned within the Americano aperitivo category, occupying a flavor profile between red bitters and sweet vermouths. It is designed for use in a wide range of classic Italian cocktails and serves as a versatile bartending ingredient for both trade and consumer audiences.

Italspirits operates The Bar Journal, an editorial content platform covering events, industry news, cocktail trends, and insights from the Italspirits team. The platform addresses key trade topics including generational shifts in drinking behavior, the rise of mindful consumption, and the growing relevance of aperitivo culture among younger demographics such as Gen Z.

The company targets the on-trade and mixology community globally, with a strong presence among bartenders, hospitality professionals, and drinks industry stakeholders. Both ITALICUS and SAVOIA Americano carry vegan credentials and feature lower ABV profiles, aligning with contemporary consumer preferences for quality-led, mindful drinking experiences. The brands are positioned at the intersection of Italian cultural heritage and modern lifestyle relevance, with broad international distribution and recognition across the United States, United Kingdom, Europe, and Australia.

Giuseppe Gallo also plays an active advisory role within the broader drinks startup ecosystem, mentoring young entrepreneurs launching new spirits brands. He has served as international co-chair of the committee at the Tales Spirited Awards and is widely regarded as a global authority on Vermouth and Amaro. Italspirits additionally co-founded the Roma Bar Show, launched in October 2019, which attracted over 12,000 visitors in its inaugural edition and quickly gained international recognition as a leading drinks industry event.