Branca Menta Liqueur 750ml

Branca Menta distinguishes itself from syrup-heavy mint cordials through its dry, high-alcohol backbone and historically documented formula originating in Turin. Produced under the Gruppo Campari estate since 1777, this 750ml bottle contains 29% ABV distilled peppermint extract blended with a controlled mixture of seven aromatic plants. The liquid maintains a transparent yellow-green tone derived entirely from natural botanical maceration.

Tasting Profile

Aromatic compounds release cool menthol and crushed leaf initially, supported by faint notes of fennel root and citrus zest. The mid-palate carries restrained sweetness that balances the botanical intensity, ending with a brisk, non-cloying finish that leaves the palate cleansed rather than coated.

Service & Pairing Guidelines

• Digestive Use: Pour 30–45 ml neat or over a single large ice cube to temper the peppermint heat while preserving clarity.
• Food Matches: Complements dark chocolate ganache, pistachio biscotti, and tart berry pastries due to shared botanical acidity and brightness.
• Cocktail Application: Replaces grenadine or simple syrup when building layered drinks that require mint character without adding excessive viscosity.

Keep the sealed bottle stored upright in a temperature-stable environment away from direct sunlight to prevent oxidation of the volatile essential oils. Once opened, consume within twelve months for peak aromatic integrity.