Vermouth

Carpano is the oldest brand of Vermouth and was the first Vermouth, invented in 1786 in Turin by Antonio Benedetto Carpano. The Antica Formula 1 was created shortly after. Flavorings include vanilla from Madagascar, Tahiti and Papua New Guinea, Iranian saffron and wormwood the Italian mountains. It has a bouquet and palate of dried fruit, spices, vanilla, raisin and cloves. 16.5%abv

Italy- Rich and delicious, the aromas and flavors veer towards rich sweet/spicy Christmas cake, sweet cream, and vanilla extract. Carpano Bianco Vermouth should be an obvious addition to your bar.

Tasting Notes
In honor of over 150 years as a premier producer of classic Vermouth di Torino, the master winemaker and herbalist at this esteemed house in Pessione, Piedmont has created a limited release of new expressions. The Ambrato is a single varietal base of local Moscato D'Asti with botanicals of cinchona bark and Chinese rhubarb, giving the floral, honeyed, nectar-like nature of the wine a spicy edge. Wonderfully well-rounded and an all around must-try.

Martini & Rossi Fiero is a bold spin on their classic spirit made with zesty Spanish oranges. To create Martini & Rossi Fiero, sweet oranges from Murica Spain are peeled and hand-cut into long strips and laid out on linen threads to dry in the sun. This imparts a bittersweet citrus flavor that pairs perfectly in a 50/50 cocktail with tonic water.

Italy- Sweet and bitter with a hint of rust on the nose. The taste is initially light and sugary, in stark contrast to Cynar's dark color. The herbal/vegetal qualities really shine through on the palate. The finish is bitter, akin to a light espresso finish.