Fernet is an Italian type of amaro, a bitter, aromatic spirit. Fernet is made from a number of herbs and spices which vary according to the brand, but usually include myrrh, rhubarb, chamomile, cardamom, aloe, and especially saffron, with a base of grape distilled spirits.

Fernet is very popular in Argentina, where it was introduced by Italians during the Great European immigration wave to the country. It is particularly associated with Córdoba Province, which has been called "the world fernet …

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Fernet is an Italian type of amaro, a bitter, aromatic spirit. Fernet is made from a number of herbs and spices which vary according to the brand, but usually include myrrh, rhubarb, chamomile, cardamom, aloe, and especially saffron, with a base of grape distilled spirits.

Fernet is very popular in Argentina, where it was introduced by Italians during the Great European immigration wave to the country. It is particularly associated with Córdoba Province, which has been called "the world fernet capital"; almost 3 million liters are consumed there annually, representing just under 30 percent of national consumption. National production is around 25 million liters, 35% sold in Buenos Aires Province and the Autonomous City of Buenos Aires. Fernet-Branca is by far the most popular brand in the country, leading the market and reaching a "mythical" status Other popular brands include 1882, Capri, Ramazzotti, and Vittone. Fernet is commonly mixed with Coca-Cola.

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