{"product_id":"fernet-branca","title":"Fernet Branca - 500 ml","description":"\u003ch4\u003eIntroduction\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eFernet Branca is an iconic and intensely bitter amaro from the country of Italy, specifically the Lombardy region in Milan. It was first formulated in 1845 by self-taught herbalist Bernardino Branca, who co-created the liqueur as a medicinal remedy alongside his parent company, Fratelli Branca. Still owned and managed by the Branca family through the holding company Branca International, the distillery continues to follow a secret proprietary recipe that has remained largely unchanged for over 180 years.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eSpirit Description\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe spirit is crafted from a complex blend of approximately 27 to 40 different herbs, roots, and spices sourced from four continents, including saffron, myrrh, rhubarb, and chamomile. The botanicals are infused in a grape based base spirit and matured for at least one year in oak vats to develop its signature depth.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eColour: It possesses a dark, opaque coffee brown or deep mahogany hue.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eAroma: The nose is profoundly herbal and medicinal, featuring sharp notes of peppermint, menthol, and anise alongside bitter orange, saffron, and earthy roots.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003ePalate: It is intensely bitter and bold on the palate, dominated by flavours of espresso, unsweetened chocolate, and menthol. These are layered with citrus marmalade, butterscotch, and a strong herbal character resembling tree bark.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eBody: The spirit is medium to full bodied with a rich, syrupy, and viscous texture.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eFinish: It concludes with a powerful and clean finish that is both spicy and sweet, marked by lingering notes of espresso, campfire smoke, and a brisk menthol cooling.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eABV: This amaro is typically bottled at 39% or 40%.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch4\u003eFood Pairing\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe intense herbal bitterness of Fernet Branca makes it a powerful palate cleanser and a traditional after dinner digestivo.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eSavoury: It pairs remarkably well with salty or rich foods such as olives, lobster butter, and gamey meats like pork or lamb.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eCheese and Snacks: Sharp aged cheeses or blue cheese provide a strong counterpoint to the liqueur's herbal depth.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eDessert: Its minty and cocoa notes complement dark chocolate, mascarpone, and sweet pastries like coconut macaroons or gingerbread.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eServing: While it can be enjoyed neat or on the rocks, it is a key ingredient in classic cocktails such as the 'Hanky Panky' and 'Toronto'. It is also famously served as a 'Fernet con Coca' (with cola), a popular preparation in Argentina.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"300959 - Breakthru Beverage Canada Inc.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48350085808340,"sku":"724785","price":30.6,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0831\/7645\/6404\/files\/724785.jpg?v=1784802726","url":"https:\/\/borderlinebottles.ca\/products\/fernet-branca","provider":"Borderline Bottles","version":"1.0","type":"link"}