Vermouth
Aromatic, bittersweet, and essential to modern mixology, vermouth is the world's most famous fortified and aromatised wine. Crafted from a base of wine fortified with neutral spirit and infused with a secret tapestry of botanicals—including wormwood, roots, herbs, citrus peel, and warm baking spices—vermouth brings texture, complexity, and gentle acidity to the glass. From crisp, bone-dry white expressions built for the ultimate Martini to rich, caramel-hued sweet red styles essential for a classic Negroni or Manhattan, our collection highlights legendary European producers alongside innovative modern craft makers. Discover hand-selected bottles perfect for pre-dinner aperitifs, chilled sipping, and cocktail recipes.
About Vermouth
Originating in Turin and Chambéry in the late 18th century, vermouth takes its name from the German word Wermut (wormwood)—its historical key bittering botanical. Because it uses wine as its base, vermouth bridges the gap between light table wines and high-proof spirits, offering an approachable alcohol strength (typically 15% to 18% ABV). On your home bar cart, vermouth is an indispensable flavour modifier, softening spirit heat while adding herbaceous depth and balanced sweetness to classic stirred drinks.
Flavour & Style Guide
Understanding the core styles of vermouth makes choosing the right bottle simple:
— Dry Vermouth (French Style): Clear or pale straw in colour, crisp, and bone-dry. Features bright aromas of chamomile, citrus zest, coriander, and green apple. Essential for a Classic Dry Martini.
— Sweet Red Vermouth (Rosso/Italian Style): Dark amber or ruby-red with a rich, bittersweet balance. Packed with notes of dark cherry, vanilla, cocoa, clove, and herbal wormwood. Vital for Negronis, Manhattans, and Boulevardiers.
— Blanc/Bianco Vermouth: Clear or gold with a semi-sweet profile. Combines the delicate herbal brightness of dry vermouth with luscious floral sweetness, elderflower, and stone fruit notes.
— Amber/Ambrato Vermouth: Golden-hued and rich, offering a rounder, semi-sweet palate with caramelised citrus, baked orchard fruit, and gentle bitter roots.
How to Choose the Right Vermouth for You
— For the perfect Martini: Stir 15 ml of Dry Vermouth with 60ml of London Dry Gin or vodka over ice, strain into a chilled glass, and garnish with a lemon twist or olive.
— For a classic Negroni: Combine equal parts (30 ml each) of Sweet Red Vermouth, Campari, and gin over ice, then garnish with an orange slice.
— For a traditional Aperitivo: Serve 60 ml of Sweet, Blanc, or Amber Vermouth over ice with a splash of soda water and an orange or olive garnish.
