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Branca Menta Herbal Liqueur

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Branca Menta Herbal Liqueur

Branca Menta Herbal Liqueur is a refreshing mint-forward variation of the legendary Fernet-Branca, crafted in Milan, Italy, by the Branca family. While it shares the same complex base of over 27 herbs and botanicals sourced from around the world, Branca Menta is distinguished by the addition of natural peppermint oil, which gives it a smoother, sweeter, and more approachable profile compared to the intensely bitter Fernet-Branca.

In the glass, it pours a deep mahogany-brown with green highlights. The aroma opens with cooling peppermint layered over herbal spice, licorice, and subtle cocoa. On the palate, it delivers a bold yet balanced mix of refreshing mint, sweet herbs, and earthy bitterness, softened by a rounded sweetness. The finish is long and cooling, leaving behind lingering mint and herbal notes.

Traditionally enjoyed neat or over ice, Branca Menta is also widely used in cocktails for its unique balance of bitterness and minty freshness. It pairs beautifully with cola (a popular serve in Italy and Argentina), adds depth to after-dinner drinks, or can be combined with hot chocolate or coffee for a decadent treat. Its versatile character makes it a bridge between amaro lovers and those seeking a smoother, more refreshing liqueur experience.

Size
4 left

Alcohol Content

28%

Region

Italy

Taste Notes & Food Pairings

Tasting Notes

Branca Menta Herbal Liqueur is a refreshing, mint-forward spirit built on the same complex herbal base as Fernet-Branca but softened with the cooling sweetness of peppermint. The nose bursts with fresh mint, herbal complexity, and subtle spice. On the palate, it is smooth and balanced, delivering bold peppermint flavors layered with hints of cocoa, vanilla, and a medley of bitter herbs. The texture is velvety and cooling, making it approachable while retaining depth. The finish is long and invigorating, leaving lingering notes of mint, herbal spice, and gentle sweetness.

Food Pairings

This herbal liqueur pairs wonderfully with both desserts and savory dishes. As a starter, it complements charcuterie or spiced nuts by cutting through richness with its minty freshness. For the main course, roasted lamb with mint sauce or grilled vegetables with herbs highlight its herbal core. Soft cheeses like mascarpone or cream cheese balance its cooling sweetness. For dessert, pair it with chocolate mousse, mint brownies, or vanilla gelato to echo its refreshing, mint-chocolate character.

Fratelli Branca Distillerie

Branca Menta is produced by Fratelli Branca Distillerie, the iconic Italian family-owned company founded in Milan in 1845, best known for creating Fernet-Branca. Introduced in the 1960s, Branca Menta was crafted as a more approachable and mint-forward alternative to the intensely bitter Fernet, making it instantly popular with a younger audience. It combines the same complex herbal base of Fernet-Branca with the cooling freshness of peppermint, resulting in a smoother, sweeter, and more refreshing profile. Branca Menta emphasizes tradition with a twist of modernity, embodying Italian craftsmanship while catering to evolving tastes. It remains a staple aperitivo and digestif, celebrated for its versatility in cocktails or enjoyed simply over ice.

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