Outlandish Claims Bitter Tonic Red, made by Bryan Martin (Ravensworth, Canberra District), is an astonishingly creative aperitif anchored by a base of Canberra Nebbiolo naturally fermented for six weeks on skins and matured in seasoned oak. It’s layered with wild botanicals—think bitter roots, Australian native spices, and herbal complexity—that leap from the glass with red berries, blood orange, bitter gentian and a whiff of amaro. The palate is vibrant and textural, with bold bitterness, savoury undertones, and a lingering, refreshing finish. This bold, small-batch red tonic is perfect on ice or in a modern cocktail, offering a truly distinctive pre-dinner experience unlike anything else on the shelf.