Forbidden Root, a brewery based out of Chicago, has partnered with Fernet-Branca, the legendary Italian liquor, to release Fernetic. The new botanical beer combines the curiously attractive taste of the herbal digestif with the unique botanicals that Forbidden Root uses in its recipes.
Fernet-Branca has been produced in Italy since the mid-19th century according to the same family recipe. Though its taste is unique and difficult to pin down, it has a higher ABV and lower sugar content than other digestifs in its class, giving it an intensely bitter flavor. The liquor's ingredients are mixed into Fernetic along with other botanicals like rhubarb root, peppermint, saffron, wormwood, angelica, star anise, and more to create a notable imperial black ale.
Forbidden Root describes Fernetic's flavor as "deep and brooding, with a strong aromatic character."
Spirited Botanical Beers
Forbidden Root's 'Fernetic' is Made with Fernet-Branca Liquor
Trend Themes
1. Botanical Beers - Craft breweries are incorporating unique botanical ingredients into their beer recipes, creating new flavors and experiences.
2. Collaborative Brewing - Breweries are partnering with spirits brands to create innovative beer offerings that incorporate the distinct flavors of their liquors.
3. Imperial Black Ales - Imperial black ales are gaining popularity for their bold and complex flavors, attracting beer enthusiasts seeking a unique taste.
Industry Implications
1. Craft Brewing - Craft breweries have the opportunity to experiment with botanical ingredients and collaborate with spirits brands to create innovative and distinctive beer offerings.
2. Spirits and Liquor - Spirits brands can explore partnerships with craft breweries to expand their product offerings and introduce their flavors to new audiences.
3. Beer Enthusiast Community - Beer enthusiasts can look forward to discovering new and exciting flavors through collaborations between breweries and spirits brands, especially in the realm of imperial black ales.