Long Drink
Fernandito
How to make a Fernandito - the Argentine cult drink of Fernet-Branca and cola. Bitter, refreshing and served simply over ice.
3 minPrep time
easyDifficulty
Highball glassGlass
1Serving(s)
The Fernandito is Argentina’s cult mix of Fernet-Branca and cola: bitter, refreshing and about as simple as it gets. The bold herbal bitter meets sweet cola for a drink consumed almost everywhere there. Served simply over ice, it is the perfect companion for long evenings.
Instructions
- Fill a highball glass with ice cubes.
- Pour Fernet-Branca over the ice.
- Top up with well-chilled cola.
- Stir briefly.
- Garnish with a lime wedge if you like and serve.
Garnish: Lime wedge
Pro tip: The classic Argentine ratio is about one part Fernet to three parts cola - work your way up to your preferred level of bitterness.
Frequently asked questions
Where does the Fernandito come from?
The Fernandito comes from Argentina, where Fernet with cola has become a national cult drink, especially among young people.
Which cola works best?
Classic cola works best with the bold herbal bitter. A reduced-sugar version works too, but softens the sweetness a little.
How is the Fernandito traditionally served?
In Argentina often in a large glass with plenty of ice and sometimes from a cut plastic bottle, completely no-frills.
Ingredients
- Fernet-Branca5 cl
- Cola15 cl
- Ice cubesas needed
- Lime (optional)1 wedge
