Rosoli Flacon Farina 1709 Eau de Cologne

Farina 1709 Original Eau de Cologne is presented in the famous Farina “Rosoli” flacon. Originally the flacon was corked and green in color and due to its long, slim form could only be stored or transported in a horizontal position. The term Rosoli dates back to early Renaissance Italy and describes a sweet liqueur that also became popular in Switzerland. The ingredients used were dark fruits such as elder, cherries or black berries grown locally in the area and was often referred to as an aphrodisiac or love philtre.

A translated excerpt from an 18th century encyclopedia states: "Rossoli was a fine liqueur invented by the Italians from the plant Rossolis (Sun dew) and other herbs, spices, etc. It is the name that still recalls the original bright liquor from sun-dewed plants: Ros Solis means dew of the sun.”