Griffin B.
Yelp
What a way to celebrate a milestone, with Ferino marking their fifth year in brining bright bitters and capital cordials to Reno. Their signature spirits, ranging from their Amaro, to the Fernet, the Canella, and others, have always been outstanding. And their cocktail selection is superb, with tons of tasty libations to choose from.
And now we have even more to love about this spot, as a true Nevada icon is being made by the folks here. The big shindig over this past weekend was not only to mark their anniversary, but was also meant to celebrate Ferino acquiring the rights to produce Amer Picon, main ingredient in the Picon Punch, our much beloved (or reviled, depending on who you ask) state cocktail. This is some seriously cool news, as now this distinctive drink gets to be made in our own backyards, making it a bit of a point of pride for folks here in Nevada. And trying one out, it was amazing, hitting that sweet spot, and feels right at home on the menu. Definitely looking forward to having more of them in future, and to seeing their label pop up at other bars and restaurants where the Picons are served.
If that isn't enough to drag you down here, then there is certainly loads else worth scoping out. You can stop by to try a tasting flight, or schedule a tour of their production facility. Keep your eyes peeled for their rotating seasonal cocktail specials, or try and attend a talk about gin making. Or just come down, hang out, and enjoy the ambiance. This is just such a cool spot, great use of an old building, and really makes it a place you can sit back and enjoy a round or two. Plus, the service here has always been top notch and very friendly, making any customer feel right at home.
All in all, Ferino is for sure one of my top recommendations for places to drink here in Reno. It's a very unique spot that will for sure broaden your pallet and make you thirsty for more. Looking forward to coming back soon.
Cheers, all!