Distiller Notes
Fernet Pianta is a love letter to both founder Patrick Miller’s grandfather, Peter Pianta, as well as all the line cooks Patrick has ever worked with. Pete would make tinctures for his grandmother when she needed some digestive aid, just like the line cook buddies after a long night of service. They blend 21 ingredients including saffron, myrrh, aloe ferox, peppermint and gentian root in non-GMO neutral grain spirit for two weeks. They add water and filter, then add sugar and organic peppermint oil and bottle. This fernet has far less sugar than the bigger brands and is naturally colored with roasted chicory root.
Enjoy neat or in a Toronto cocktail.
First prepared by 13th century Italian monks as herbal medicines and elixirs, Liqueurs are distilled spirits that have been combined with flavoring agents. A range of herbs, spices, nuts, fruits and flowers can be used, and a sweetener such as sugar or corn syrup is often added. While typically rather sweet, some examples are herbaceous or tart and pair exceptionally well with desserts or act as a delightful addition to cocktails.