Paolo Lazzaroni & Figli

19th century origins

In the first half of the 19th century, the Lazzaroni family of Saronno, in Lombardy, became known for their Amaretti di Saronno biscuits. The treats proved popular, and the family business gradually expanded.

Founding of Paolo Lazzaroni & Figli

A new company, Paolo Lazzaroni & Figli, was eventually established to produce a range of alcoholic drinks. Its liqueur line was launched in 1846.

Creation of the Amaretto

Five years later, in 1851, Paolo Lazzaroni created what the company describes as the world's only Amaretto made from a biscuit infusion with botanical extracts, although the producer says the recipe dates back to 1718. The liqueur became the company's signature product and has remained its flagship for more than 150 years.

Today

Paolo Lazzaroni & Figli products are well known in many countries for their distinctive historic recipes and quality. The company continues to respect the traditions passed down through generations and carries on the work of its predecessors.

The company's liqueur line was launched in 1846. In 1851, Paolo Lazzaroni created the company's Amaretto by infusing biscuits with botanical extracts, a method the company describes as making the world's only Amaretto of its kind, following a recipe it says dates back to 1718.

The company continues to respect the traditions passed down through generations and describes itself as carrying on the work of its predecessors.