Fernet Branca is a classic Italian digestif. It was created in 1845 by spice trader Bernardino Branca. Made to a secret formula, spices are sourced from four continents; chamomile from the Americas; iris root, lime tree and gentian root from Europe; bitter orange, myrrh and aloe from Africa and saffron, cinnamon and galangal from Asia. The herbs and spices are then macerated to extract their flavour. The liquid is aged for 12 months in oak, to create this popular Italian drink. Try it as 2 parts Fernet Branca to 1 part Creme de Menthe poured over a large cube of ice. Delicious! |
