Dry Vermouth
FlagshipChambery / France, Turin / Italy, Marseillan / France, Spain
Famous For
ABV15-18%. Most French-style dry vermouths sit around 16-18%.
Sub-styles
Tasting Notes
Chamomile, white flowers, green apple, citrus peel, dried herbs, hay, almond, saline. French styles lean floral-delicate with a clean finish. Italian dry vermouths push more wormwood bitterness and herbal intensity. Chambery style (Dolin) is the lightest touch — almost alpine.
Brand Guide
Well
Cinzano Extra Dry, Gallo Dry ($8-12)
Call
Dolin Dry, Noilly Prat ($12-16)
Premium
Lo-Fi Dry, Contratto Bianco ($18-25)
Top Shelf
Ransom Dry, Mancino Secco ($25-35). Dolin is the industry standard — know it cold
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The Story
The invisible ingredient that defines a Martini. Less is more, but zero is wrong.