Italian Craft Distillery Inspired by Pop Culture
Distilleria Mezzanotte is Pesaro's first craft distillery, founded in 2021 by Alex Bartolucci (Master Distiller) and Giacomo Bracci (Art Director).
Mezzanotte Spirits is our independent brand born from a passion for quality Italian spirits, pop culture, and the desire to tell authentic stories through artisanal gins, amari, liqueurs, vodkas, and absinthe.
A dream born at midnight
In 2020, while the world paused, we decided to dream: we wanted to create something of our own, authentic, and narrative.
Thus, Distilleria Mezzanotte was born, a stone's throw from the sea in Pesaro, where craftsmanship, technology, and storytelling meet.
Who is behind Mezzanotte
Alex Bartolucci – Master Distiller
Born in 1989, Alex grew up surrounded by family cooking and scents. His passion for distillation came from his grandfather, who secretly distilled grappa in the cellar, and was strengthened by experiences in Italy and Australia.
Today, he leads production: he selects botanicals, creates recipes, and distills, blending modern and traditional techniques, with his companion "Percival" — a Müller Brennereianlagen handcrafted still — and high-tech, Swiss-precision instruments like the Büchi R-300 Rotavapor.
In 2025, he became the first Italian Master Distiller admitted to the Gin Guild in London, with the title of Warden Rectifier.
Giacomo Bracci – Art Director
Born in 1988, Giacomo has a background in graphic design, branding, and photography for Cultural Heritage, with years of experience in high fashion across shoots, social media, and high-end retouching.
At the distillery, he handles communication and visual identity, designs labels, and transforms each bottle into a small graphic journey inspired by anime, video games, and mythology.
In 2025, he became the first Italian Art Director to receive the title of Warden Nominated Rectifier from the Gin Guild in London.
Italian Spirits with a Story to Tell
We produce gins, amari, and vodkas created to excite those who taste them.
From Gin Mezzanotte (Best Gin in Europe and Best Gin in Italy), Gin Atlantide, Gin Arcadia, Amaro Criminale, Amaro Spietato, Vodka Sciamano, Absinthe Astrale and Bitter profondo: each bottle is designed as a story, a tribute to our passions and pop culture.
→ Discover why spirits and pop go together
Every Detail Counts
We produce everything in-house, without third-party contractors. We only use selected botanicals, operate with 100% renewable energy, and limit waste. Every recipe is born from a story or legend: the cocoa in Gin Mezzanotte recalls childhood, oranges evoke teenage summers, lime the desire to explore.
→ Discover our production method
International Recognition
- The Gin Guide Awards 2024: Best Coastal Gin - Gin Atlantide
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The Gin Guide Awards 2023:
Best Emerging Distillery in the World
Best Italian Gin - Gin Mezzanotte
Best European Gin - Gin Mezzanotte
Best Contemporary Gin - Gin Atlantide - Craft Gin Club UK 2024: Gin of the Month
- Italy Food Awards 2024: Special Mention
- IWSC 2022: Silver Medal - Gin Mezzanotte
- London Spirits Competition 2022: Silver Medal - Gin Mezzanotte
Sustainability and Ethical Production
We distill only with electrical energy. Every ingredient and supplier is carefully selected. We believe that producing spirits today also means having an ethical and sustainable vision.
→ Discover our commitment to sustainability
Why Choose Distilleria Mezzanotte
Because a spirit is not just a drink: it's a sensory and emotional journey. Our spirits are designed for those who love to discover, for those who are curious and want to drink well… but also imagine more.
