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Legacy, Love, and Flavor

Welcome to Amoretti, where every product we create is infused with a rich heritage of legacy and love. Our journey began in 1989 when Jack, Ara, and Maral Barsoumian founded this family business. From our humble beginnings, we have evolved into a leading supplier of a wide range of exquisite products, including nut pastes, marzipan/almond paste & butters, natural fruit artisan pastes & compounds, extracts & concentrates, Craft Purée®, Beverage infusions, Premium flavoring syrups, and much more. Our headquarters is nestled in Oxnard, California, and our unwavering passion for flavor and unwavering commitment to quality have allowed us to offer over 3,500 products to bakeries, ice creameries, chocolatiers, craft beverage manufacturers, restaurants, hotels, bars, and directly to consumers. 

The Joy of Success and Helping Others Thrive

For us, success extends beyond mere growth; it lies in the triumph of our customers as they use our ingredients to create exceptional products. We take immense pride in the countless number of clients who have earned prestigious world championships, ranging from pastries to hand-crafted beer, ciders, and beverages, thanks to the excellence of our offerings. Our legacy continues with Levon and Paul Barsoumian now helping run the Amoretti plant, with the next generation passionately growing the family dream.

A Journey of Growth and Flexibility

From our modest beginnings over three decades ago, we have come a long way, now boasting a remarkable 120,000 square feet of cutting-edge manufacturing space. Our expansion is a testament to our commitment to meeting the growing demands of our customers. Recently, we reconstructed our SQF certified facility, incorporating state-of-the-art equipment that has significantly increased our production capacity by 50+ fold.

A Love for Flavors and a Heart for Helping

At Amoretti, we have a deep love for flavors and an unwavering commitment to making our products accessible to everyone. We take pride in providing simple ways to enhance flavors and indulge in culinary creativity. Our craft purees can add the perfect touch of passion fruit or blood orange to beer, showcasing our versatility that knows no bounds. In many instances, consumers may not even realize they are experiencing an Amoretti product, as our ingredients often serve as the secret behind delectable dishes and beverages nationwide.

Our Name, Our Motto

The name "Amoretti," meaning "little love" in Italian, encapsulates the very essence of our company's philosophy. Love is infused into everything we create, and our goal is to bring joy and delight to people's lives through the magic of delicious flavors. As a family business, we understand the value of nurturing relationships, and we extend that spirit of love and care to every customer we serve.

Pay it Forward - A Lasting Legacy

After more than three decades of dedicated work, we believe in paying it forward. When new businesses, regardless of size, seek our ingredients, we offer them the support and flexibility they need to thrive. We know that when they succeed, they'll come back to us, and we cherish the idea of contributing to their triumphs.

Our Vision for the Future

As we gaze into the future, we dream of Amoretti becoming a household name—a brand that brings joy and delight to every pantry throughout the country. Our unwavering commitment lies in creating products that not only satisfy taste buds but also leave a lasting legacy of love and flavor for generations to come.Join us in our journey of flavor, passion, and commitment. Discover Amoretti, where every product is crafted with a little bit of love.

Amoretti In The News

Terra Firma Magazine

When Jack and Maral Barsoumian walk through a grocery store, they’re always delighted to see their products on the shelves. Regardless of what aisle they’re in—condiments and sauces, baking, beverages—they’re bound to see something they made...

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The Most Important Company in Craft Beer Makes Marshmallow Extract

VinePair

For most of the history of this industry, you could always rest assured that if a craft brewery was using some offbeat ingredient to make a unique beer, it was always going to be made the hardest, most artisanal, most craft way possible. That was simply craft beer. Today, however, it seems everyone just calls Amoretti.

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