MARTINI Extra Dry Vermouth Aperitivo, Bright Italian White Vermouth Infused with Hand-Selected Botanicals, 15% ABV, 75cl / 750ml

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Historically, there have been two main types of vermouth: sweet and dry. [6] Responding to demand and competition, vermouth manufacturers have created additional styles, including extra-dry white, sweet white (blanc or bianco), red (rose), amber and rosé. [7] [5] Walton, Stuart; Glover, Brian (1998). The Ultimate Encyclopedia of Wine, Beer, Spirits & Liqueurs. London: Lorenz Books. ISBN 978-0-7548-0334-8. Spice ingredients often used in vermouths include cloves, cinnamon, quinine, citrus peel, cardamom, marjoram, chamomile, coriander, juniper, hyssop, ginger, and labdanum. The prohibition of wormwood as a drink ingredient in the early 20th century in some countries sharply reduced its use in vermouth, but small amounts of the herb are still sometimes included in artisan products. [31] Vermouth brand recipes vary, with most manufacturers marketing their own unique flavour and version of the beverage. [5] [32] Vermouth manufacturers keep their recipes for the drink secret. [17] McGovern, P.E.; Christofidou-Solomidou, M.; Wang, W.; Dukes, F.; Davidson, T.; El-Deiry, W.S. (2010). "Anticancer Activity of Botanical Compounds in Ancient Fermented Beverages". International Journal of Oncology. 37 (1): 5–21. doi: 10.3892/ijo_00000647. PMID 20514391. Bear in mind that purists claim that a martini should never be stirred to ensure that the molecules are properly aligned in the glass. Traditionally, a shaken martini is actually called a “Bradford”. Remember this to score extra points with your bartender if you must absolutely have it that way!

When taking vermouth neat, it’s served chilled and usually with ice or a chilled glass at the very least. Often, a citrus twist can be added to improve the flavour. If this is desired, lemon is best suited to white blends while orange will complement darker vermouths. Amerine, Maynard Andrew (1974). Vermouth: An Annotated Bibliography. University of California (System), Division of Agricultural Sciences. ISBN 978-0-931876-20-2. {{ cite book}}: |work= ignored ( help)

By the mid-17th century, the drink was being consumed in England under the name "vermouth" which has been the common name for the beverage until the present day. [15] [16] Scan the ingredients list on the label to see what is in the bottle of dry vermouth before purchasing. Whether drinking it as an aperitif or in a martini, the makeup of the vermouth is an important consideration. What the manufacturer has blended into it, such as florals, herbs, or spices, will affect your drinking enjoyment. Conversely, a white, blanc or Bianco vermouth will only use white wine as the base. It tends to be much lighter and sweeter than its red counterpart with more floral and vanilla notes on the palate. Made in France, this company is thought to be the first to ever use Pineau des Charentes as the base of its vermouth.

Noilly Prat, based in southern France, is primarily known for its dry, pale vermouths, but also produces a sweeter version. The company was founded by Joseph Noilly in 1813. [5]Cicero, Linda (5 January 2010). "Recipes: Roast Pork with Vermouth and Olives and Bishop's Bread" (Newspaper article). The Seattle Times. Frank A. Blethen . Retrieved 19 May 2011. Do your taste buds crave herbal or floral notes? Do they enjoy a bit of spice? Dry vermouths can vary in taste due to the flavoring. Some have hints of chamomile, pine, mint, thyme, peach, vanilla, or other botanicals. Explore and sample a few to find the right one for you. Robinson, Jancis (2012). Wine grapes: a complete guide to 1,368 vine varieties, including their origins and flavours. Julia Harding, Jose Vouillamoz. London: Allen Lane. ISBN 978-1-84614-446-2. OCLC 795857065.

Interestingly, most martini variants that use the name or “tini” suffix don’t always feature vermouth. For instance, an appletini substitutes the vermouth for apple sour. Vodka Martini Each was tried blind, to prevent brand bias, and neat, with the whites chilled and the reds served at room temperature. They were looking for an exciting array of botanicals that would work well in a number of serves. Once completed, the wine must account for at least 75% of the resulting product. Typical Alcohol Volume Percentage

2. Dolin Dry Vermouth

The ingredients are then left to steep or macerate. During this, the barrels may be stirred or agitated over several weeks. Afterwards, the vermouth may be extracted via pressing or distillation. That said, the latter can be particularly rare. Dolin [ fr] vermouth from Chambéry, France, has been made since 1815. Their product lineup carries both a traditional dry, two different kinds of sweet (red and blanco), and a strawberry (chamberyzette). [52] Dolin is recognized as creating the blanc style. [53]

Thanks to Martini’s fame, vermouth is relatively easy to find in just about every convenience store or supermarket. However, if you’re looking for a specific style or variety of vermouth, you may struggle in most stores. Viera, Lauren (18 May 2011). "The straight truth about vermouth" (Newspaper article). Chicago Tribune. Tony W. Hunter . Retrieved 19 May 2011.

Martinis today are typically dry but they can be made with sweet vermouth. Similarly, bitters can be added or even a dash of olive brine, which is called a Dirty Martini.