A Modern California Take on Classic Italian Herbal Spirit – Throw Back Fernet by Black Market Spirits
Throw Back Fernet is Black Market Spirits’ fresh, small-batch interpretation of the traditional Italian-style amaro. It blends deep herbal richness with a touch of sweetness, making it approachable yet sophisticated.
Tasting Experience
Color: Deep mahogany, rich and inviting.
Nose: Mild dried fruit sweetness layered with foresty, earthy herbal tones.
Palate: Full-bodied and bold — a complex blend of 20 botanicals delivers mint, cacao, spice, and anise, all balanced by a warm herbal core.
Finish: Slightly dry, with lingering cocoa bitterness, a soft herbal weight, and a clean, minty aftertaste.
Craftsmanship
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Made with a maceration of 20 carefully selected herbs, spices, and botanicals.
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Distilled in 150-gallon copper pot stills, honoring traditional distillation methods.
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Produced in Black Market Spirits’ distillery based in Santa Barbara, California.
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Bottled at 70 proof (35% ABV) for smooth drinkability while retaining herbal intensity.
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Gluten-free, making it a versatile option for a wide range of drinkers.
Proof & Specs
ABV: 35% (70 proof)
Style: Herbal amaro / Fernet
Origin: Santa Barbara, California
Accolades
Celebrated for its balanced bitterness and richness — many note how it brings together traditional fernet bitterness with unexpected, softer notes of cacao and mint.
Best Enjoyed
Enjoy neat or chilled to appreciate its herbal depth and chocolatey nuance. It also shines in cocktails: try it in a Fernet-forward Negroni, a Post-Meal Digestif Sour, or even with cola for a modern twist on a classic fernet con cola.
Experience the bold herbal complexity and California-crafted elegance of Throw Back Fernet on Royal Batch — a spirited tribute to tradition and innovation.
