Australia’s Love Affair with Vermouth: Getting it Wrong
Are you ready to take your vermouth experience to the next level?
Australia is jumping on the vermouth bandwagon, but are we doing it right? It seems like some places just don’t understand the art of enjoying this Spanish drink. Why are they so stingy with their pours? Let’s take a closer look at vermouth culture and how we can embrace it properly.
Vermouth has become a trendy drink in Australia, with bars across the country featuring it on their menus. But it seems that some establishments don’t quite grasp how to serve it properly. Instead of pouring it with abandon, like you’re supposed to, they measure it out like it’s a shot of tequila. Vermouth is not a spirit, it’s fortified wine that is meant to be enjoyed in a relaxed manner.
In Spain, vermouth culture is huge. They have a specific time, known as ‘la hora de vermut’, for drinking vermouth – between midday and the beginning of lunch. This is when they awaken their appetite and prepare their stomachs for the meal to come. Vermouth is often paired with tapas, enhancing the bittersweet flavor and herbaceousness of the drink. Catalonian and Basque Country are known for their love of vermouth, with dedicated bars serving it all day long.
In Spain, when you order vermouth, it will be served over ice with a pitted green olive and a slice of orange. Sometimes, a dash of gin and Campari is added to create a unique twist. It’s not just about the drink itself, but the experience of enjoying it with friends and soaking up the atmosphere. Vermouth culture is all about relaxation, conversation, and anticipation of good food.
It’s no surprise that vermouth is catching on in Australia. With its complex flavor profile and versatile nature, it’s the perfect drink to sip and savor. So let’s embrace vermouth properly, and leave the stingy pours behind. Pour it with cheerful abandon, just like they do in Spain, and let the flavors unfold as you enjoy it with good company and delicious tapas.
- Vermouth is becoming increasingly popular in Australia, especially in inner-city bars
- However, many places are serving it incorrectly, measuring it out like a spirit instead of treating it like fortified wine
- Spain is known for its love of vermouth, with specific times and rituals for enjoying it
- Vermouth culture in Spain involves sipping the drink over ice with tapas and enjoying the company of friends
Australia’s vermouth game is strong, but there’s still room for improvement. Let’s learn from Spain’s vermouth culture and truly embrace this delightful drink. Cheers to good times and great vermouth!