Sicily in the World Between Tradition and Innovation: Kiàppara®, the Strength of Quality rests in Its Raw Material

Sicily, by virtue of its Mediterranean climate, volcanic soils and unique biodiversity, is a land rich in plants and flowers that have provided the basis for ancient phytotherapeutic traditions for centuries. In recent years, the re-discovery and valorization of Sicilian botanical extracts have become prominent in various industries, from food and cosmetics to the growing market for dietary supplements and functional beverages. As a result of its geographical position and the biodiversity of its territory, Sicily is home to numerous species of aromatic and medicinal plants and fruits rich in active ingredients. Among the most well-known is the Pantelleria Caper.

This small green bud has been one of the symbolic products of the island of Pantelleria and all of Sicily for centuries, appreciated for its special flavor, its use in Mediterranean cuisine and its properties. One of the distinctive features of the Pantelleria caper is its Protected Geographical Denomination (IGP), obtained in 1996. This accreditation certifies the quality and authenticity of the product, ensuring that the capers are grown, harvested and processed exclusively on the island, respecting the ancient traditional techniques passed down through the generations.

From this union of curiosity and ideas, artisanship and the future, passion and research, the collaboration between Amunì™ and La Nicchia , an ancient Pantelleria capper factory of excellence, was born.

The historical authenticity and quality rationales of this company were a source of inspiration for the formulation of Kiàppara® the dry extract of Pantelleria-grown capers in the Amunì™ line, standardized in quercitin with amaranth as vegetable carrier.

Capers from the La Nicchia are the highest quality capers, rich in vitamins, minerals, flavonoids and, compared to all others, containing the highest concentration of quercetin.

The characteristics of La Nicchia capers guarantee the quality and genuineness of the product, ensuring its antioxidant, diuretic and tone-enhancing properties.

The Pantelleria capers from La Nicchia are more than just an ingredient: they are the fruit of a deep union between the island and its residents, a product that holds centuries of history, effort and passion.

 

Today, thanks to a skilled balance between tradition and innovation, this little treasure constitutes the main ingredient of Kiàppara® a dry extract that exhibits beneficial effects on a range of functions including digestive and first respiratory tract functions, recognized in Annex 1 Botanicals of the dm August 10, 2018, and also cardiovascular, neurological, anti-aging and UV protection.

That’s why Kiàppara® symbolizes one of the flagships of Amunì™ line of sicilian botanical extracts.

Our Sicilian botanical extracts merely provide natural and valuable ingredients in food, nutraceutical and cosmetics applications . Their versatility and focus on sustainability make these extracts a special opportunity to develop products that meet the needs of a market increasingly oriented toward wellness and health.

With the growing sectors of dietary supplements and functional beverages, these Sicilian botanical treasures are destined to become a benchmark in the international marketplace.