Raw materials
wines (grapes)
Trebbiano
Distillery
Branca
Explore the spirits, production style and story of Branca.
Branca is the trade name associated with Fratelli Branca Distillerie, a historic Milanese company active in the production and distribution of spirits and liqueurs. In addition to the famous Fernet-Branca, the company offers a range of distillates including aged brandies such as Stravecchio XO and Magna Mater.
aged brandy
amari and bitters
vermouth
grappa
liqueurs
Italian spirits house
international producer and distributor
Producer range
Producer range Branca
Spirit categories
aged brandy
amari and bitters
vermouth
grappa
liqueurs
Italian spirits house
international producer and distributor
Representative products
Stravecchio Branca Magna Mater 70cl
Stravecchio Branca XO 70cl
Fernet-Branca
Casks and ageing vessels
oak barrels
Botte Madre (large-scale cask for harmonization; ~84.000 L)
Distillation and production
Distillation and production
Production method
For the mentioned brandies the spirit obtained by distillation of selected Italian wines is used; the distillates undergo long aging in oak casks and a final harmonization phase in the large Botte Madre. Technical details about stills or distillation systems are not specified in the sources consulted.
Ageing
Aging in oak barrels with subsequent harmonization and blending in the 'Botte Madre' (Magna Mater) to meld and balance the components of the blend.
Producer history Branca
The company originated in Milan in the 19th century: Bernardino Branca formulated the renowned Fernet-Branca in 1845 and the business developed in the following decades to become the group known today as Fratelli Branca Distillerie/Branca International. Over time it expanded its portfolio to include other brands and spirits categories, consolidating production and distribution activities also abroad.
Production philosophy
Combines tradition and innovation: care for historic recipes, use of selected raw materials and traditional aging and finishing processes (including the use of the 'Botte Madre' for blend harmonization) with corporate management focused on quality and sustainability.
Territory
Headquarters and main facility in Milan; distribution activity and international presence through the group's companies.
Branca
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