Famed distiller Fratelli Branca marks its 170th anniversary

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Fratelli Branca "Novare serbando" is the leitmotiv that has guided Fratelli Branca throughout its history. And it is not a short history at all. Founded by Bernardino Branca in 1845 in Milan, over 170 years ago, the business has always been controlled by the Branca family, who has worked through the years to make Fernet Branca one of the most famous bitter liqueurs in the world. The company, a pioneer in the creation of a bitter liqueur made from herbs and roots from all over the world, has always based its work on innovation, whilst respecting traditions and quality.

Carpano Antica Formula 1000ML.    Vanilla, prune, candied cherries, orange zest, dates and raisins; Christmas pudding with a bitter-sweetedge; a magnificent product - perhaps the best sweet vermouth in the world.  Certainly makes the best Negroni ever. The Tasting Panel Magazine .

Carpano Dry Vermouth 1000ML.    This classically structure vermouth is crystal clear with a medium-weight, velvety textured body and an enticing bouquet laced with spice, lemon zest and tart green apples. Its aromatics signature alone makes this vermouth an impressive achievement. The entry is initially semisweet and gentle as it's bathes the palate with flavors of succulent pears, tropical fruit and fresh citrus. The lingering finish is fruity and slightly bitter. The Tasting Panel Magazine .

Punt e Mes 750ML    The venerable vermouth brand has a deep, reddish brown color, around, voluptuous body and a wafting bouquet of herbs, anise, cloves, sarsaparilla and zesty orange. It's bittersweet aromas are perfectly intriguing. On the palate, Punt e Mes initially presents the semisweet side of its persona with citrus, red fruit, caramel, vanilla, anise and spice flavors. Its finish is dry, remarkably long and singularly bitter. The Tasting Panel Magazine .

Fernet Branca 750ML    It has a satiny, aloe-enhanced body and a generous bouquet laced with spicy, floral and herbaceous aromas. The cool entry quickly expands filling the mouth with a mélange of flavor, a dry expansive offering. It's a distinct pleasure from start to lingering finish. The Tasting Panel Magazine .