Fernet and Coke - Our New Favorite Drink

 Well it had a long run, but something has finally replaced Fireball as our favorite hard alcohol drink of choice.   We still prefer wine, but on the days we've had our fill of wine, this is our new favorite replacement.

Fernet is produced in Milan, Italy and is the best selling drink in Argentina.  It is also very popular in San Francisco.  Both of those places have large Italian populations, probably not coincidentally.

This photo shows the supplies you'll need to make the perfect Fernet and Coke.

 First fill the glass with ice.  Next, you'll be adding 1.5 ounces of Fernet to the bottom of the glass.

 Here is the first half ounce.  I followed it up right after this photo with a full ounce.

 Then I added 6 ounces of Coke, followed by the topper: another half ounce of Fernet.

The final ratio should be 1 part Fernet to 3 parts Coke.

Here is the final, delicious product.

Be forewarned that the first few sips are a bit strong and may make you reconsider your choice.  But follow through and I almost guarantee you that you'll be loving this drink by the time you finish the first glass.

That is what happens to me each time I drink it:  first sip is strong, then it mellows right out into a very very great drink.  Enjoy!