Vermouth

This is a fortified wine infused with herbs and spices that has been around for centuries. It is believed to have been first produced in the early 18th century by an Italian distiller named Antonio Benedetto Carpano, who developed it as a medicinal tonic to treat various ailments. Its popularity soon spread throughout Europe, leading to the creation of various styles and production methods.

The drink is typically produced by blending a white or red base wine with brandy, sugar, herbs, and spices. Depending on the style, additional ingredients like orange peel, bark, and flowers may be added as well. This mixture is then aged in oak barrels for several weeks or months before bottling.

Types of Vermouth 

The two most popular styles of vermouth are dry and sweet. The dry variety is more traditional and has a light, herbal flavor with subtle notes of spices like cloves, cinnamon, nutmeg, and anise. The sweet style is richer in flavor due to the addition of caramelized sugar or other sweeteners. It also has a slightly higher alcohol content. Other styles include aromatized, bianco, and rosso. 

At Puninwine, you will find several varieties of this drink, including Vermut Blanco and Vermut Rose by Lustau, a brand that belongs to the best vermouth manufacturers. 

Drinking Vermouth Wine

Good vermouth can be enjoyed on its own as an apéritif or used in cocktails like the classic Martini or Manhattan. It can also be used in cooking — it adds complexity and depth to sauces, soups, and stews. Additionally, this beverage can be used in marinades for adding flavor to meats or vegetables.

No matter how you choose to enjoy it, make sure to store your drink in the refrigerator after opening it — the herbs and spices tend to degrade quickly when exposed to heat and light.