Created in 1845 in Milan, this iconic bitter is produced by Fratelli Branca Distillerie and remains one of the most recognisable amari in the world. The recipe is built around a complex blend of herbs, roots, and spices sourced globally, including myrrh, saffron, chamomile, and gentian. Fernet Branca is known for its intensely bitter and medicinal style, traditionally consumed as a digestif but also widely used in contemporary cocktail culture.
Botanicals are individually processed through maceration and distillation before being blended and matured in oak casks, allowing the components to integrate over time. The result is a deeply layered and structured profile, where bitterness, herbal intensity, and aromatic spice are carefully balanced. Positioned in the premium category, it stands as a benchmark within the amaro style, valued for its depth and distinctive identity.
Tasting Notes
Nose:
Herbs, menthol, and spice
Palate:
Intensely bitter with complex herbal and medicinal notes
Finish:
Long and persistent with a strong, cooling bitterness
