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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...
james McMakin
24th May 2024 at 04:09
I was supposed to see Neil Young tonight at a really good outdoor venue and it was postponed two hours before the show because one of the crew had health issues. Made the stinger first, have had them before and loved them. So this time so I poured a splash of ginger beer because there were only a little bit left in the bottle. Is pretty good, Until someone give's me a better name for the drink I'll call it the Chicago Midnight Medicine with instructions 🎵🎸🥁🎹drink two hours before show.
13th May 2024 at 03:32
Having long been a favorite of mine, while making it tonight had half the lemon juice, made up the difference with lime. Then I was short of enough Fernet Branca so I did a split shot with Vecchio Amaro del Capo and served on not very crushed ice. Awesome, still five stars, perhaps my favorite fernet cocktail, Tuva is good here also.
20th April 2024 at 09:19
A cocktail, where Fernet Branca shines affront: remarkable, we love it.
Also, you might want to try it with Maple, instead of sugar syrup and Single Malt Scotch of your choice.
Also, you might want to try it with Maple, instead of sugar syrup and Single Malt Scotch of your choice.
13th February 2024 at 01:38
Very enjoyable drink. I too use Evan Williams bottled in bond 100 proof. The mix as specified is very enjoyable. On ice and mellowing a few minutes allows this drink to mature into a very enjoy after dinner delight.
14th September 2023 at 23:20
Thank you, thank you, thank you!
I was beginning to think I would never find a use for my dust gathering bottle of Satan's Expectorant at the rear of my bar.
After over indulging at dinner, I resolved to try the proclaimed benefits of Fernet one last time.
This little diamond is a winner. The bitterness,syrup & sour combine nicely, riding the menthol wave over the earthy whisky (I had Rittenhouse B.i.B to hand).
A little reminder of that mouth rinse we get at the dentist's, but I'm not averse.
I was beginning to think I would never find a use for my dust gathering bottle of Satan's Expectorant at the rear of my bar.
After over indulging at dinner, I resolved to try the proclaimed benefits of Fernet one last time.
This little diamond is a winner. The bitterness,syrup & sour combine nicely, riding the menthol wave over the earthy whisky (I had Rittenhouse B.i.B to hand).
A little reminder of that mouth rinse we get at the dentist's, but I'm not averse.
28th February 2024 at 02:22
I’ll never be able to think of Fernet Branca by its proper name again! Quite apt.
18th July 2023 at 22:58
Fernet is definitely an acquired taste and one which I really enjoy. This cocktail showcases the Fernet. Upfront, this seems bitter; however, as stated, give it a chance. The bitterness seems to dissipate, it becomes more balanced, and it finishes with a wonderful minty/herbal Fernet finish.
19th July 2023 at 08:28
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18th July 2023 at 23:07
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Miguel
Miguel
26th March 2023 at 10:21
Fern and Bourn
24th March 2023 at 07:54
Ooo lawd. New favorite. The crushed ice is a faff but oh so worth it. Best use of that dusty bottle of fernet in your cabinet. Outstanding.
27th June 2024 at 18:47
Icepert Camper English points out that freezing carbonated water makes ice that is very easy to crush.