Cocktail Daily — Salty Boi #2 | Above Board, Melbourne
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FERNET · CRÈME DE BANANE · MADEIRA · MISO
A bold, savory-leaning cocktail built on the herbal punch of Fernet, lifted by the soft sweetness of crème de banane, grounded by Madeira’s oxidative depth, and tied together with a clean umami note from miso. Above Board—ranked No.44 on The World’s 50 Best Bars 2021—embodies the same minimalist philosophy with its open layout, a single American-walnut communal table, and a warm, dinner-party-like atmosphere. Salty Boi #2 is the perfect expression of that style: simple on paper, complex in the glass.
Tasting Notes
Aroma:
Herbal, minty, lightly sweet—Fernet’s sharp edges softened by gentle banana and a hint of savory warmth.
Palate:
Bittersweet and aromatic at first sip, unfolding into ripe banana, nutty Madeira richness, and a smooth umami curve carried by the miso.
Finish:
Long, clean, gently bitter, with lingering banana peel and a subtle salty-savoury echo.
Overall:
A well-structured, quietly bold cocktail—minimalist yet expressive, capturing Above Board’s signature clarity and elegant restraint.
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