Amaretti Virginia

Amaretti Virginia - Confectionery and Biscuit Creations Since 1860 

Sweets and treats are shared at any age. Able to capture everyone's attention, they can never be missing from the table, even after a hearty meal.

Amaretti are no exception, the small round candies made from almond paste, with the Ligurian company Amaretti Virginia being a symbol of quality in Italy and around the world for over a century and a half.

Synonymous with quality and refinement since 1860, the year of its foundation in Sassello, in the province of Savona, Amaretti Virginia now offers a broad range of Amaretti (Italian macarons).

The Story of Amaretti Virginia

First, a brief overview of the history and composition of this macaron that has become a cornerstone of Italian confectionery. The term "amaretto" (the singular of ‘amaretti’) refers to a type of biscuit/maracon made from almond paste, prepared with sugar, egg whites, sweet and bitter almonds, and armelline (apricot kernels). There are two types of amaretto, one from Saronno, which is known for its crumbly and crunchy texture, and one from Sassello, with Amaretti Virginia being an important representative of the latter.

It is enough to say that the confectioner who produced this incredible treat for the city of Savona achieved such fame that he even gave his name to the square where it was located: "Piazza degli Amaretti Virginia," which even made its way onto old postcards.

Thanks to their unique taste and the reputation they have built, these Italian macarons were quickly appreciated at the most important international exhibitions.

Among them: the diploma and first-place medal awarded at the 1892 Colombiadi in Genoa, as well as the gold medal and special honor received in Paris in 1911, where the delicate flavors of Virginia won over a high-level jury. These awards and honors are still kept in the historical archives of Amaretti Virginia.

Attempts to imitate Amaretti Virginia were so numerous from the outset that the company’s founder placed the Virginia brand under the protection of the laws of the Kingdom of Italy as early as 1897.

Amaretti Virginia: Between Tradition and Modernity

At Amaretti Virginia, tradition is paired with a constant search for production development through the continuous evolution of the culinary and confectionery world.

The centuries-old experience passed down by the company’s founders merges with the modernity of new tools and machines provided to the confectioners and employees, who, drawing on their precious creativity, direct their work towards the main objective of Amaretti Virginia's production philosophy: the ongoing pursuit of absolute quality.

A passage from the company's official site perfectly explains this concept:

“At Amaretti Virginia, it’s not the products and recipes that adapt to technology, but rather the machines that are specially designed with respect for the product.”

Thus, the whole company adapts to what the process requires, with the product being the true commander of the operation. It is not the worker who creates the pastry; rather, the food conditions the person and their movements.

Since 1860, Amaretti Virginia has been coloring and flavoring Italy's tables with its wide range of products. The company’s current assortment includes not only the famous soft macarons, available in different flavors, but also a wide range of confectionery specialties, including traditional candies and other treats for every holiday and occasion. However, it is the macarons that outshine the competition, as they dominate all of Amaretti Virginia's creations, thanks to their centuries-old history and consistently high-quality standards.

Amaretti Virginia Products

The famous Sassello macarons, while maintaining their classic spherical shape, are much softer than the aforementioned Saronno macarons and have a marzipan-like texture to the touch. Although amaretto (the singular of amaretti) originated in Italy during the Middle Ages and spread to the Arab countries and across Europe through trade, the Sassello variation owes its origins to a much later idea, around the 19th century. The original recipe has never changed over the decades and is still used today, based on sugar, sweet almond powder, egg whites, and bitter almonds.

Amaretti Virginia Pistachio
Amaretti Virginia offers a multitude of delights to the palate, thanks to a varied selection of flavors, recipes, and preparations aimed at satisfying every preference. Each candy is individually wrapped to preserve its freshness for as long as possible, maintaining the sweetness and flavor as if it had just been baked. In the blink of an eye, you feel like you're in the alleys of Sassello, perhaps in front of the original bakery in the town square, even if you're thousands of miles away. Thanks to modern packaging technologies, Amaretti Virginia can reach all corners of the world while maintaining the high quality of its product for customers.

They range from the coconut specialty, which pairs perfectly with the apricot-based almond, to the hazelnut variant, with options in pistachio or cocoa. Additionally, the extensive range offered by Amaretti Virginia includes pastries flavored with figs and nuts or apples and cinnamon. There are many ways to satisfy our taste buds and take them on a rollercoaster of flavors. Specialties are also available for those who prefer stronger tastes, thanks to variants with the addition of grappa or rum.

Particular care is also taken in the presentation of the various specialties, with the continuous creation of exclusive, refined boxes, unique and limited-edition. These are placed alongside classic products, which are symbols of tender images from the past, sweet memories of a beautiful life that seems distant in time but, thanks to the skill of the workers, can still come to life today after many years: memories for our elders, imagination for children, or nostalgia for the past.

Amaretti Virginia: For All Occasions

While maintaining the philosophy of packaging each Amaretto to preserve its freshness and aroma for as long as possible, and always with the same quality, Amaretti Virginia presents packaging that stands out as true works of art, thanks to intricate designs and details.

Perfect as gift ideas, they adapt to all home environments, capable of lighting up tables or living rooms in any house. Not to mention the office: Amaretti Virginia will be highly appreciated by your colleagues and superiors.

Enjoy them with a good coffee during a snack, after lunch, or present them to your guests to surprise them with a sweet, light touch that releases an intense aroma capable of satisfying everyone.

These delicious pastries, available in many variations and features, are also very popular as companions for beverages like wine, tea, or cocoa.

Let yourself be captivated by their flavor by unwrapping them one by one, or use them to prepare delightful recipes. While they are less suited for desserts than their crunchy counterparts, the specialties that can be made with soft macarons are numerous, and with a little creativity, you can combine them with other flavors to create your own recipe, leaving your guests or colleagues speechless.

For centuries, these macarons have accompanied the lives of Italians, softening coffee breaks or gray winter days.

Order your favorite assortment of Amaretti Virginia on our online store with a delicious coffee accompaniment.

Follow your instincts and your personal flavor combination: we guarantee that there are no wrong choices because Italian taste always wins.

Let yourself be seduced!