Bitter Vermouth
ReferenceItaly, France
ABV16-18% — standard vermouth with pronounced bitterness
Sub-styles
Vermouth AmaroGentian VermouthQuinquina Vermouth
Tasting Notes
Gentian, wormwood, cinchona, bitter orange, dark herbs, quinine, black tea, artichoke. The bitter should integrate with the wine base, not sit on top of it.
Brand Guide
Well
Stock Vermouth Rosso ($12-16)
Call
Punt e Mes ($16-22)
Premium
Cocchi Dopo Teatro Vermouth Amaro ($28-35)
Top Shelf
Bordiga Vermouth Rosso ($30-40)
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The Story
Where vermouth grows teeth—botanical bitterness pulled from roots and bark, sweetness merely diplomatic.