At a time when the spritz has been crowned the undisputed king of aperitifs, Mallorca has created Canonita, an evolution of the spritz in the purest Mediterranean style. There is now a new version of the light, fresh spritz that is prepared with Canonita, an aperitif made from Canoneta oranges, which are native to the Sóller Valley. Canonita is the island’s response to a global trend, a liquid tribute to the land where it was invented, and it promises to become the life and soul of terraces and the prelude to unforgettable nights.
The creators of Canonita
The creation of Canonita is the story of a friendship forged by a shared passion for winemaking and the essence of an island designed for happiness. The quartet behind Canonita ‒ Christof, Christoph, Xavier, and Carl-Lambert ‒ is not just a group of friends, they are true experts in the wine and spirit world, and share an innate love for their island. David Lucas is the brand ambassador for Canonita in Mallorca. It is a brand that perfectly reflects the character of these four friends: charming, unpretentious, joyful, and sociable. And it also reflects Mediterranean culture, which has been such a big inspiration to their lives.
The essence of Canonita
Canonita isn’t just a drink, it’s a journey for your senses and a liquid tribute to Mediterranean joie de vivre. Served neat with ice, in a classic spritz or with tonic water, it’s the perfect aperitif to kick off any night out. Its origins lie in a summer evening in 2021, when Carl-Lamber (who is a Fet a Soller partner) united his passion for Canoneta oranges with the vision of Xavier Morey and Christoph Meier to create an authentically Mallorcan brand. Collaboration with the Antonio Nadal distillery and its innovative filtration technology ‒ which ensures the drink’s intense aroma and freshness is conserved even after the bottle is opened ‒ results in a drink with a white wine base featuring select herbs from the island that enhance the aroma of Canoneta orange without affecting its durability after you open the bottle.
Sóller Valley and the Canoneta: an exceptional citrus fruit
The Canoneta orange is no ordinary orange. This organic fruit is lovingly grown in the Sóller Valley, lush farmland protected by the majestic Serra de Tramuntana. The terroir is truly exceptional and has been at the heart of citrus fruit farming in Mallorca for millennia. The Canoneta orange, nicknamed the “queen of oranges”, is what gives Canonita its soul and essence, making it an emblem for flavour and quality.
Beautiful and historical Sóller Valley is the home of the Canoneta orange and the soul of Canonita. Sheltered by the impressive Serra de Tramuntana, the valley is where the climate, soil, and human care meet to create an unequalled fruit, so that Canonita becomes a golden liquid that captures the essence of Mallorca.
Dangerously good
Canonita entices drinkers with the unbeatable pairing of delicate sweetness and citrus, even spicy notes, giving it an unmistakable taste and adding complexity to any cocktail. It’s versatile, adaptable and, above all, as its creators insist, it’s “dangerously good.” In fact, its versatility makes it the perfect drink to enjoy from the first aperitif of the evening to the last toast of the night.
Canonita is much more than a drink, it’s a story of friendship, tradition, and innovation. In no time at all it has already spread beyond Mallorca’s borders, and has found a home in Austria, Switzerland, and even Australia. Despite its growing international presence, Canonita remains true to its essence: a project born out of a passion for the good life and friendship. Discover this aperitif, which contains light, joy, and the essence of Mallorca in every drop, and make a toast to life on an eternally inspirational island.
