Collection: Vermouth and Cocktail Stuff

Vermouth and cocktail culture bring together fortified wine, aperitifs, bitters and bar staples built for mixing, sipping and relaxed drinking. From classic Italian vermouth and bitter aperitivo to modern low-ABV bottles and cocktail essentials, the focus here is on balance, flavour and versatility.

Vermouth and cocktail culture sit at the crossroads of wine, spirits and aperitif drinking, bringing together fortified wine, bitters, liqueurs and bar essentials designed for mixing, sipping and relaxed drinking before dinner. Vermouth itself originated in northern Italy as aromatised fortified wine infused with botanicals such as wormwood, citrus peel and herbs, eventually becoming one of the defining ingredients in classic cocktails including the Martini, Manhattan and Negroni.

Sweet Italian vermouth and drier French styles remain central to cocktail culture today, while modern producers continue to expand the category through lower-intervention vermouth, bitter aperitifs and more contemporary botanical styles. Alongside cocktails, vermouth has increasingly returned to being enjoyed simply over ice, with soda or alongside citrus and olives as part of broader aperitivo culture.

Our range focuses on flavour-forward vermouth, bitters, aperitifs and cocktail ingredients chosen for balance, versatility and drinkability. Alongside classic Italian aperitivo and herbal digestifs, the collection includes crisp dry vermouth, richer sweet styles, bitter orange aperitifs and modern low-ABV bottles suited to both cocktails and casual drinking.

Expect flavours of citrus peel, herbs, spice, bitter botanicals, dried fruit and alpine aromatics alongside bottles designed for everything from a simple vermouth and soda to Martinis, Negronis, Manhattans and spritzes. Many of these drinks also sit naturally alongside food, charcuterie and lighter aperitif-style serving.

Whether you're building a home cocktail setup, exploring aperitivo culture or simply looking for something refreshing to drink over ice, this is where wine, spirits and hospitality overlap most naturally.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is vermouth?

Vermouth is a fortified wine flavoured with botanicals such as herbs, spices, citrus peel and roots, and is commonly used in cocktails or served as an aperitif.

What are the main types of vermouth?

The main types are dry vermouth, sweet (red) vermouth, and blanc/bianco vermouth, each varying in sweetness, colour and flavour profile.

What does vermouth taste like?

Vermouth can range from dry and herbal to sweet and rich, often showing flavours of citrus, spices, flowers and bitter botanicals depending on the style.

What cocktails use vermouth?

Vermouth is used in classic cocktails such as Martinis, Negronis, Manhattans and Americano-style drinks, often paired with gin, vodka, whiskey or bitters.

Is vermouth a spirit?

No. Vermouth is not a spirit — it is a fortified wine, meaning wine that has been strengthened with additional alcohol and flavoured with botanicals.

How should vermouth be stored?

Vermouth should be stored in the fridge after opening to help preserve its freshness and flavour, as it can oxidise over time like wine.

What is vermouth used for in cocktails?

Vermouth adds aroma, balance and complexity to cocktails, softening strong spirits and contributing herbal, bitter or sweet notes depending on the style.