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Vermouth is liquor made from wine, with special herbs and spices such as cardamom, cinnamon, marjoram, and chamomile added for flavor. Some refer to it as fortified wine, but this is incorrect, because fortified wine technically has alcohol added to increase its potency. The history of Vermouth goes all the way back to the 18th century when it was used as a healing tonic drink because of the herbs that went into its creation.
Some vermouth are sweetened and some are bitter and dry. This distinguishes the two main types of vermouth: dry and white, or sweet and red. Dry vermouth is typically around 18% alcohol while sweet vermouth is around 15%.
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Martini and Rossi Extra Dry Vermouth was launched on New Year's Day in 1900. With hints of raspberry, lemon and iris, this vermouth is dry without being bitter. |
Made from a secret blend of ingredients including herbs, spices, alcohol, sugar, and caramel. |
Clear, odorless, and dry--perfect for martinis. |
This vermouth features hints of herbs and spices, almonds and mint. |
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Martini & Rossi Rosso Sweet Vermouth Rosso vermouth was the very first vermouth ever produced in 1863. |
Twenty different plants and spices are macerated directly in the wine for three weeks. This is a process unique to the French Noilly Prat brand. |
Imported from Italy, this sweet vermouth has aromas of herbs, roots, and spices, but is not really sweet. |
This is a very sweet vermouth that is best served with desserts and snacks. |
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