Vermouth

Vermouth is an aromatized alcoholic beverage that is made from wine macerated with a mixture of herbs, spices, and botanicals, commonly featuring wormwood. Its flavor combines sweet, bitter, and spicy notes, making it a versatile ingredient widely used in mixology and cooking to add a special touch to various preparations.

Vermouth originated in Italy and France during the 18th century, where it was initially used for medicinal purposes before becoming popular as an aperitif. In cooking, it is used to enhance sauces, marinades, stews, and desserts, providing an intense and complex aromatic profile.

Among its properties, vermouth contains aromatic compounds derived from the herbs used in its production, in addition to alcohol and sugar. Its use in recipes should be moderate to balance flavor and texture.

In different Latin American countries, vermouth may also be known as aromatized wine or simply by the term vermouth, although there are no strict synonyms that are in popular use.