Toronto

Rye whiskey meets the bitter menthol challenge of Fernet-Branca in this Canadian classic, a stirred cocktail that rewards adventurous palates with bracing bitterness softened by a touch of sweetness. The Fernet is the secret — present but never overwhelming.

ClassicSpirit-ForwardBitter Sipper

Ingredients

  • 1.5 ozRye Whiskey
  • 0.25 ozFernet-Branca
  • 0.25 ozSimple Syrup
  • 2 dashAngostura Bitters

Preparation

stirred · cocktail glass · none

  1. 1.

    add

    Combine rye, Fernet-Branca, simple syrup, and bitters in a mixing glass with ice.

  2. 2.

    stir

    Stir for 25–30 seconds until well chilled.

  3. 3.

    strain

    Strain into a chilled coupe.

Flavor Profile

spiced
51%
body
36%
sweet
26%
heat
25%
bitter
24%
herbal
22%
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