Branca Menta
by Fernet-Branca · Liqueur · Milan, Italy
Branca Menta, which the producer spells Brancamenta, is a bitter herbal liqueur with mint from Fratelli Branca Distillerie, the Milan house founded in 1845 that makes Fernet-Branca. According to the producer, it was born in the 1960s, a time of economic boom and changing customs in Italy, when people were looking for new flavors.
The formula combines herbs and spices with peppermint essential oil from Piedmont and is bottled at 28%. The 750 ml bottle sold in Brazil is imported from Argentina. The producer recommends drinking it ice-cold or with three ice cubes; it also goes into drinks such as the Mintonic, with tonic water and lemon, and the Brancamenta & Soda.
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What you'll taste
Sweet, full-bodied and bitter, with high alcohol. The first sip brings mint and wormwood; mid-palate, orange peel.
How much each flavor family shows up in this drink, adding up to 100%. The intensity of each sensation is in the profile further down.
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Tech specs
- Category
- Liqueur
- Country
- Italy
- Region
- Milan
- Alcohol content
- 28% ABV
- Type
- Bitter herbal liqueur with mint (amaro)
- Manufacturing
- Argentina (bottle imported into Brazil)
- Serving
- Ice-cold or with three ice cubes; Mintonic (with tonic and lime)
Composition
- Ingredients
- Herbs, spices and Piedmont peppermint essential oil
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Nutrition facts
≈ 155 kcalin 100 ml
≈ 78 kcalin a 50 ml shot
Estimate of the calories from alcohol only (28% ABV): sugars and other ingredients are not counted. In Brazil, alcoholic drinks are exempt from nutrition labeling.
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Frequently asked questions
What is Branca Menta?
Branca Menta is a liqueur by Fernet-Branca. Type: Bitter herbal liqueur with mint (amaro).
Where is Branca Menta from?
The Fernet-Branca brand is from Italy. Production: Argentina (bottle imported into Brazil).
Who owns the Fernet-Branca brand?
The Fernet-Branca brand is owned by Fratelli Branca Distillerie. It was founded in 1845.
What is the alcohol content of Branca Menta?
Branca Menta is 28% ABV: 28 ml of pure alcohol in every 100 ml.
What is Branca Menta made from?
Ingredients: Herbs, spices and Piedmont peppermint essential oil.
How many calories are in Branca Menta?
About 155 kcal per 100 ml (78 kcal in a 50 ml shot), counting only the alcohol. Sugars and other ingredients are not included.
How should Branca Menta be served?
Ice-cold or with three ice cubes; Mintonic (with tonic and lime).