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What are the 27 ingredients in Fernet-Branca?
The exact recipe is a closely guarded family secret, but known herbs and botanicals include myrrh, rhubarb, chamomile, and saffron. These ingredients are macerated in alcohol and aged in oak barrels before bottling.
Why is Fernet-Branca so popular in Argentina?
It is consumed massively in Argentina, usually mixed with Coca-Cola to create a popular cocktail called Fernet con Coca. This cultural phenomenon accounts for a massive percentage of the brand's global production.
What year was Fernet-Branca founded?
The amaro was created in Milan, Italy, in 1845 by Bernardino Branca. It was originally marketed as a medicinal tonic for digestion and stomach ailments.
Do you drink Fernet-Branca straight or mixed?
While it can be consumed neat as a digestif, its intensely bitter flavor makes it a popular ingredient in cocktails, particularly the Hanky Panky. It is also famously consumed as a "bartender's handshake" chilled in a shot glass.
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