How to Choose Sweet Vermouth Without Ruining Your Cocktails
Sweet vermouth remains one of the most misunderstood ingredients in both professional bars and home cocktail setups. While it plays a defining role in classics like the Manhattan and Negroni, many buyers choose bottles without fully understanding style differences, botanical balance, origin, or proper storage. These common mistakes often result in drinks that taste overly sweet, flat, or unbalanced. This in depth guide explains what sweet vermouth really is, how it differs from dry vermouth, and why freshness matters more than most people realize. It also explores how country of origin influences flavor profile, what separates average bottles from the best sweet vermouth selections, and how to avoid confusing sweet vermouth with dessert wine. Whether you are refining your cocktail skills or building a more thoughtful home bar, understanding these details can significantly improve drink quality and consistency. If you want clearer insight and practical guidance before your next purchas...
