Vermouth Spritz
The simplest and most refreshing way to enjoy vermouth. Sweet vermouth over ice with a splash of soda and a citrus garnish makes for a perfect low-proof afternoon drink.
Ingredients
- 3 oz Sweet vermouth
- 2 oz Club soda (well-chilled)
- orange slice (garnish) garnish
- green olive (garnish) garnish
Pairs With
Pair with fresh fruit platters, light cheese boards, or Mediterranean mezze for a refreshing pre-dinner drink. The simple sweetness and citrus work perfectly with bright, casual appetizers.
Instructions
Fill a wine glass with ice cubes
Pour sweet vermouth over the ice
Top with chilled club soda
Stir once gently to combine
Garnish with an orange slice and a single green olive on a pick
Tips
This is how vermouth is traditionally enjoyed in bars across Spain and Italy, where it is sipped slowly as an aperitivo Try different vermouths to discover the range of the category; Carpano Antica, Punt e Mes, and Dolin Rouge all taste dramatically different For a bitter twist, add a splash of Campari or a few dashes of Angostura bitters