Bordiga Fernet
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About this product
Bold. Bitter. Authentically alpine.
Bordiga Fernet is a bold, aromatic amaro that embodies the timeless craft of Italian herbal liqueurs. Made in Piedmont by the historic Bordiga distillery, this classic digestif combines over 30 carefully selected herbs and roots, including gentian, myrrh, rhubarb, and saffron, macerated to perfection in small batches. Each sip delivers a complex symphony of bitter, spicy, and aromatic notes, evoking the rich traditions of Italy’s legendary apothecaries.
Its intensity is balanced by a smooth, lingering finish, making it ideal for slow sipping, an after-dinner digestif, or as a sophisticated cocktail ingredient. Bordiga Fernet carries the heritage of 19th-century Italian herbal knowledge while appealing to modern palates — a rare combination of depth, authenticity, and versatility.
For Irish enthusiasts of fine herbal spirits, Bordiga Fernet offers a taste of Italy’s apothecary artistry. Its bold herbal profile and complex bitterness bring a distinctive character to Ireland’s growing amaro and cocktail culture, perfect for elevating classic cocktails or enjoying neat over ice.
Why we love it:
We love Bordiga Fernet for its intensity, complexity, and authenticity. The expertly balanced blend of herbs and roots creates a digestif that is simultaneously bold and elegant. Perfect for sipping slowly, mixing into Fernet & Cola, or enhancing herbal cocktails, it’s a must-have for those in Ireland seeking a true Italian classic with character.
Country of origin
Italy
Tasting notes
Colour
Light, inky brown with copper reflections.
Nose
Cooling menthol, saffron, dark herbs, camphor, and dried orange peel.
Palate
Intense bitterness up front, followed by layers of spice, licorice, myrrh, and balsamic herbs. A long, complex finish with lingering mint and dark roots.
Serving suggestion
Traditionally enjoyed as a digestif, served chilled or with a twist of citrus. A bartender’s secret weapon for depth and bitterness in cocktails.
✨ Easy Home Cocktail: Fernet & Cola
- 30 ml Bordiga Fernet
- Top with quality cola over ice
- Garnish with an orange wedge
A surprisingly smooth and refreshing way to enjoy fernet — herbal, fizzy, and subtly spiced.
Size, cl
70
ABV, %
40.0
About the producer
Founded in 1888 in the Italian Alps, Bordiga is revered for its craftsmanship in wild-foraged botanicals and time-tested recipes. Their fernet is made with the same artisanal care as their alpine amaros and elisirs, honoring Italy’s deeply rooted herbal traditions with finesse and intensity.