Fernet Branca Miniature Italian Bitter 2 cl 39%

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Expert description

Fernet Branca Miniature is an Italian bitter at 39% ABV in pocket format, made to the recipe Bernardino Branca composed in Milan in 1845 with 27 different herbs and secret spices. The small 2 cl bottle carries the same iconic eagle trademark as its 70 cl big sister, and is perfect for tasting, travelling, or setting out as a small pour at the table.

Tasting notes

Nose

Bitter herbs, dark liquorice and a touch of citrus peel.

Palate

Rich and spiced with saffron and rhubarb, concentrated into a single sip.

Finish

Short but intense and dry.

Specifications

Name: Fernet Branca Miniature Italian Bitter
Distillery: Fernet Branca
Country/Region: Italy, Milan
Type: Italian Bitter
ABV: 39%
Size: 2 CL
EAN no.: 80453727
Serving suggestion: Enjoy as a single digestif shot, best served cold.

Flavour profile

Herbal bitter · Liquorice · Intense

Did you know?

The miniature bottle is a popular welcome gift at restaurants in Italy, where guests often round off a meal with this very size.

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Frequently asked questions about Fernet Branca Miniature Italian Bitter

What is the difference between the miniature and the full bottle?

The contents are identical, only the volume differs, 2 cl versus 70 cl.

What does it taste like?

Intensely herbal and bitter, with liquorice, saffron and rhubarb in a concentrated sip.

Is it suitable as a gift?

Yes, the small bottle is ideal as a small token or to fill a tasting box.

How should it be stored?

Upright, cool and dark, chilled in the fridge before serving if preferred.

Can it be taken travelling?

Yes, the small size makes it easy to carry in a bag.

When is Fernet Branca traditionally drunk?

As a digestif after a meal, ideally chilled.

How many herbs does it contain?

The same recipe as the original, with 27 different herbs and spices.