Italy: Vermouth

A Mouthful of Vermouth It's that secret ingredient in that secret agent's favourite drink; vermouth is what makes a martini the classic cocktail it is. But just what the heck is vermouth? Why is it so popular around the world? And what makes it so special? To find the answers, our intrepid Thirsty Traveler plies his way through the sun-drenched Mediterranean and discovers the many pleasures of many vermouths. From exquisitely dry French vermouths to the sweet yet sophisticated Italian versions - both red and white - this is a journey of delicious discovery filled with 200 years of cocktail concoctions and culinary surprise.