Fernet-Branca 1L

Experience the bold, uncompromising taste of Fernet-Branca, the definitive Italian amaro that has remained a global icon for nearly two centuries. Created in 1845 by Bernardino Branca in Milan, this complex spirit was originally marketed as a medicinal elixir. Its reputation was so formidable that during the American Prohibition, it was legally imported as “medicine,” making it one of the few spirits to remain available throughout the era.

Today, the Fratelli Branca Distillery remains a family-owned treasure. The recipe is a closely guarded secret, known in its entirety by only one person: the company’s chairman. What we do know is that it features a global orchestra of 27 ingredients, including Chinese Rhubarb, French Chamomile, and Saffron—the most expensive spice in the world. These botanicals undergo a meticulous maceration process before resting for one full year in massive Slovenian oak vats, some of which hold up to 20,000 litres.

Whether you are enjoying a “Fernando” (the classic Argentine Fernet and Cola) or sipping it neat as a digestif after a rich meal, Fernet-Branca is an essential addition to any home bar. Order your 1L bottle from Oaks & Corks today and enjoy the fastest alcohol delivery in Nairobi.

Tasting Notes

• Appearance: A deep, opaque dark brown with brilliant amber highlights.
• Aroma: Intense and pungent with layers of peppermint, menthol, and spicy liquorice, underpinned by earthy root notes.
• Palate: The first sip is assertively bitter, revealing notes of gentian, cinchona bark, and myrrh. This quickly evolves into a spicy mid-palate of chamomile and cinnamon.
• Finish: Remarkably long and refreshing. The initial bitterness gives way to a clean, lingering minty freshness with subtle hints of prunes and cooked fruits.

Accolades & Recognition

Fernet-Branca is often referred to as “The Bartender’s Handshake,” a symbol of membership in the global community of hospitality professionals. Its quality is consistently recognised by industry experts:

• Silver Medal (87 Points): Bartender Spirits Awards (2023 & 2024) – Praised for its “strong notes of menthol on the nose followed by a palate of leather, wormwood, and earth.”
• 9/10 Rating: Highly recommended by Spirits Review for its “restorative effects” and classic, timeless character.
• Cultural Icon: Recognised as the “Unofficial Drink of Argentina,” where it accounts for a massive portion of the world’s Fernet consumption.