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Fernet and Coke

Modern · Liqueur · Highball

Argentina's unofficial national drink, born in Córdoba in the 1980s and now consumed at nearly every asado from Ushuaia to Salta. The bitter, medicinal punch of Fernet-Branca is tamed by ice-cold Coca-Cola into something addictive.

GlassHighball
GarnishNone
ABV12%
Categoryinternational
Flavorwikidata-import, liqueur

Ingredients

  • Fernet-Branca2 oz
  • Coca-Cola5 oz

Method

  1. Fill a highball glass to the brim with ice cubes.
  2. Pour the Fernet-Branca over the ice.
  3. Top with cold Coca-Cola, pouring at a 45-degree angle to preserve carbonation.
  4. Give one gentle stir and serve immediately.