When good weather arrives, it is the golden season of aperitifs on the terrace, at the beach bar or under the shade of a good grapevine. And the king of aperitifs is, without a doubt, vermouth. Vermouth, Vermut, Vermú or Wermut, because this drink of Mediterranean origin is universal, it is enjoyed worldwide. Even better if you choose a non-alcoholic vermouth: not only because of the benefits of not drinking alcohol but also because alcohol-free aperitifs are refreshing and delicious. Here are our options to buy alcohol-free vermouths.
The best non-alcoholic vermouths
Our alcohol-free drinks shop has several types of vermouths and appetizers to welcome the summer in style. You cannot miss the two varieties of non-alcoholic Martini.
From the Australian brand Lyre’s we have Lyre’s Apéritif Rosso, an exceptional non-alcoholic red vermouth. If you like Campari, try Lyre’s Italian Orange this summer, a citrusy alcohol-free aperitif with hints of blood orange and red grapefruit. Also don’t miss the refreshing non-alcoholic Spritz Lyre’s Italian Spritz, similar to a alcohol-free aperol. Without a doubt, alcohol-free spritz is one of the trendiest drinks for the summer.
There are other alcohol-free aperitifs, for when the heat is on. All you need to do now is stick your umbrella in and enjoy the delights of an alcohol-free summer with all the flavour and all the fun.
How is non-alcoholic vermouth made
Normally, non-alcoholic vermouth is made in the same way as traditional vermouth. Each brand uses its technique, some use non-alcoholic wine directly, and others choose to dealcoholize it. Vermouth is an aromatized wine, with colors ranging from dark red to off-white. Its flavor varies from sweet to dry, almost spicy and bitter, depending on the wines you mix and the herbs and spices you add. This drink is perfect to drink during moments of relaxation and leisure, before eating, to prepare the stomach.
Alcohol-free Martini: aperitifs since 1863
In 1863, Alessandro Martini, Luigi Rossi (oenologist) and Teofilo Sola (accountant) decided to transform a small winery in San Salvatore di Monferrato and give it a new lease of life with the drink of the moment, vermouth. This is how Martini, Rossi & Sola was born in 1863, according to Toni Castillo in Bon Viveur. Martini continues to this day and has non-alcoholic products, including two of our favourites:
Martini Floreale:
Alcohol-free white vermouth with the recognisable aromatic flavour of Martini Bianco. The non-alcoholic vermouth Martini Floreale is a drink with botanical notes and a predominance of Roman camomile. With this alcohol-free vermouth, you can create perfect aperitifs either on its own or mixed with tonic and adding lemon, cucumber or mint. For an elegant and sophisticated drink, add Tanqueray 0.0 or another premium non-alcoholic dry gin to create the classic Dry Martini cocktail without the alcohol.
Martini Vibrante:
An alcohol-free red vermouth with the recognisable aromatic flavour of Martini and is a drink with botanical notes and a predominance of Italian bergamot. Martini Vibrante is great to make a delicious non-alcoholic Negroni, if you mix it with a siphon and add a slice of lemon, you’ll have the quintessential Mediterranean aperitif. Accompany it with some cockles and you have the best moment of the summer within your reach.
