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The Contender

The Contender

Spring 2023

By: Christine Sismondo

Based on the bitter, earthy and herbal Ferrari, sometimes consumed as a shot, this drink calls for a little citrus and simple syrup to lengthen it and transform it into a proper cocktail. 

Makes 1 drink

3/4 oz Fernet-Branca (LCBO 220145, 500 mL)
3/4 oz Campari (LCBO 277954)
3/4 oz fresh lime juice
3/4 oz simple syrup
1 sprig basil

1. Fill a small rocks glass with ice cubes.

2. Shake all ingredients, except basil, with ice in a cocktail shaker for 45 seconds. Strain over ice into prepared glass and garnish with a sprig of basil. 

Makes 1 drink

What to Serve

  1. Fernet-Branca Amer/Bitters
    500 ml bottle
    $28.65

    $28.65

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  2. Campari Aperitivo
    750 ml bottle
    $35.95

    $35.95

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