Mix Things Up with Fumé Blanc
Looking for a lighter, fresher take on cocktail hour? Our Fumé Blanc (13.9% ABV) is the perfect base for lower-alcohol cocktails—compared to those made with spirits—without compromising on flavor. Crisp, aromatic, and endlessly versatile, it brings a refreshing twist to your favorite occasions.
Discover our signature recipes that celebrate the vibrant spirit of Ferrari-Carano:
- La Dolce Spritz – a sparkling, citrus-kissed refresher
- Fumétini – a sleek, modern spin on a classic dirty martini
- Dew & Vine – a garden-inspired sip with bright, herbal notes
- Solstice Cup – apple and spice, perfect for cooler nights
- Fumé Spritz – honey and grapefruit add complexity to this refreshing spritz
- Rosso Spritz – a modern take on a mimosa, but better
Raise a glass to more flavor, less alcohol, and a new way to enjoy Fumé Blanc!
La Dolce Spritz
A sparkling twist on the classic spritz, this refreshing blend of Fumé Blanc, grapefruit, and rosemary delivers bright citrus with a touch of herbaceous depth — the perfect sip for long afternoons or easy entertaining.
Wine:
- Fumé Blanc
Glass:
- Spritz wine glass
Ingredients:
- 3 oz Ferrari-Carrano Fumé Blanc
- 3 oz grapefruit soda
- 1 oz fresh grapefruit juice
- (optional) ¼ oz rosemary syrup for a bit more depth and complexity (8oz of water, 8oz sugar – bring to boil, add 1oz fresh rosemary and let steep for 4 minutes. Strain and chill.)
- Fresh rosemary garnish
- Grapefruit peel twist garnish
- Ice
Tools:
- Stir spoon
- Rocks ice
Method:
- Build in white wine glass with rocks, and garnish with fresh grapefruit twist and sprig of rosemary
Recipe created by Lucas Huff,
Foley Family Wines & Spirits US Spirits Ambassador
Fumétini
Our playful take on the Dirty Martini swaps spirits for Fumé Blanc, bringing briny olive flavors and a crisp citrus lift — all the character of the original at just a fraction of the alcohol.
Wine:
- Fumé Blanc
Glass:
- Martini glass
Ingredients:
- 5:1 ratio of Ferrari-Carano Fumé Blanc and Castelvetrano olive brine.
- Fumé Blanc
- Ice
- Olive juice
- Olives
Tools:
- Martini shaker
- Strainer
- Cocktail picks
- Ice for shaking
Method:
- Shaken or stirred and served up with olives
Fumé Spritz
Delicious honey and grapefruit add complexity and a touch of bitterness, a perfect combination for this drink.
Wine:
- Fumé Blanc
Ingredients:
- 3oz Ferrari-Carrano Fumé Blanc
- .75oz fresh grapefruit juice
- 1/2oz fresh lemon juice
- 1/4oz honey syrup (1:1)
- Soda top
- Grapefruit peel twist
- Fresh mint sprig garnish
Method:
- Made over rocks in a highball glass (12oz). Garnish with fresh grapefruit and fresh mint.
Recipe created by Lucas Huff,
Foley Family Wines & Spirits US Spirits Ambassador
Dew & Vine
Light, fruity, and garden-fresh, this cocktail combines honeydew, lime, and mint with the tropical notes of Fumé Blanc for a vibrant sip that’s as refreshing as it is unique.
Wine:
- Fumé Blanc
Glass:
- Rocks glass
Ingredients:
- 3 oz Ferrari-Carrano Fumé Blanc
- 2 oz cold pressed honeydew juice
- 1 oz fresh lime juice
- ¾ oz simple syrup depending on desired sweetness and sugar level of the melon
- Mint sprig garnish
- Lime peel twist garnish
Tools:
- Cocktail shaker
- Cocktail strainer
- Fruit juice squeezer (for honeydew)
- Rocks ice
Method:
- Build in a rocks glass over ice and garnished with fresh mint and lime peel
Recipe created by Lucas Huff,
Foley Family Wines & Spirits US Spirits Ambassador
Solstice Cup
Apple and orchard fruit flavors with spice and a subtle vinous touch highlight the Fumé Blanc’s stone fruit and makes our Solstice Cup wine cocktail perfect for cooler nights.
Wine:
- Fumé Blanc
Ingredients:
- 3oz Ferrari-Carrano Fumé Blanc
- 3oz Spiced apple cider
- 1/2oz fresh lemon
- 1/2oz honey syrup (1:1)
- Cinnamon Stick garnish
- Lemon Twist garnish
Method:
For the spiced cider:
- Bring 12oz of fresh apple cider to a boil. Add 2oz honey, 2.5oz lemon juice, 2 large cinnamon sticks, 2 grams of clove pods, and a pinch of nutmeg and lower heat to simmer. Let steep for 15 minutes and strain.
Build:
- Equal parts hot cider and room temp FC Fumé (We don’t want to add heat to the wine as it changes the flavor profile a bit,) garnished with a cinnamon stick and lemon twist.
- Serve in hot drink glass mug.
Delicious paired with The Pasta Queen’s Crostini with Ricotta, Balsamic Glaze & Toasted Pecans
Recipe created by Lucas Huff,
Foley Family Wines & Spirits US Spirits Ambassador
Rosso Spritz
A modern take on the mimosa, but with a deeper color and embrace of richer flavors for a more robust experience.
Wine:
- Fumé Blanc
Ingredients:
- 4oz Ferrari-Carrano Fumé Blanc
- 2oz soda water
- 2oz blood orange juice
- (optional) 1/4oz simple syrup (1:1) depending on sweetness of blood orange
- Slice of blood orange
- Sprig of rosemary garnish
Method:
Build:
- Build in an ice-filled white wine glass laced with thinly sliced blood orange wheels and one spring of fresh rosemary.
Recipe created by Lucas Huff,
Foley Family Wines & Spirits US Spirits Ambassador
