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Midnight Stinger
Just enjoyed a hearty meal? Well, this digestivo is just the ticket. If you're not accustomed to the taste of fernet then the first couple of sips may...
Nicola Adams
27th September 2022 at 19:51
If I’m honest, I always found Fernet a bit of a struggle, and Bourbon’s nowhere near the top of my list of favourite spirits, so there’s no reason why I would even try this cocktail much less enjoy it…. But for some reason I did try it, and oh my God, I like it, as in a lot! I don’t really understand why I often find 5ml of fernet is too much, but here x 6 that is perfect. It’s as thought the fernet and bourbon have combined to create something entirely different that tastes like neither
6th August 2023 at 11:27
Yes, that’s it exactly - I’m very sensitive to bitter flavours, and Fernet’s bitterness is anything but subtle, but in this surprising combination, it really comes alive and works brilliantly.
I used Wild Turkey 101 - I suspect it would be even better with WT Rare Breed.
I used Wild Turkey 101 - I suspect it would be even better with WT Rare Breed.